At Central Michigan University, we're all about cross-campus collaboration. We recognize that Animation is not only a powerful art form, it's also a mash up of of creative talent, team dynamics, and practical skills, all focused on a single outcome. While Central Michigan University's Animation Program lives in the Department of Art and Design we have creative partners across the entire campus, so you can major in Animation with a minor in Game Design Thinking, you can work with Music Composition majors to score your short film. You can even participate with Business majors and entrepreneurs to showcase your pitch for an animated series. Learn More.
Which Michigan colleges have animation degree programs?
College | City |
---|---|
Alma College | Alma |
College for Creative Studies | Detroit |
Eastern Michigan University | Ypsilanti |
Ferris State University | Grand Rapids |
Grand Valley State University | Allendale |
Below is a list of Michigan schools that offer animation degree programs:
Alma College, Alma
Programs: BFA Animation and Interactive Design
College for Creative Studies, Detroit
Programs available: BFA Entertainment Arts/Animation
Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti
Programs: BS in Simulation, Animation and Gaming
Ferris State University, Grand Rapids
Programs: BAS Digital Animation and Game Design
Grand Valley State University, Allendale
Programs available: BA, BS Communications: Film and Video Production with Animation/New Media Emphasis
More animation related programs to consider:
Selected Campus Locations:
- Indianapolis, Indiana
Selected Programs:
Animation Career Review Rankings:
- Top 40 Nationally among Public Animation Schools and Colleges (#38) - 2024
- Top 25 Animation Schools in Midwest (#18) - 2024
- Top 5 Animation School Programs in Indiana (#3) - 2024
- Top 25 Animation Bachelor's of Science (BS) Degree Programs in the U.S. (#13) - 2024
- Top 25 Nationally among Public Game Design Schools in the U.S. (#25) - 2024
- Top 20 Game Design Schools in the Midwest (#9) - 2024
Selected Campus Locations:
- Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Selected Programs:
Animation Career Review Rankings:
- Top 5 in Michigan for Animation - 2024 (#4)
Selected Campus Locations:
- Winter Park, FL & Online
Selected Programs:
Animation Career Review Rankings:
- Top 50 Nationally for Animation (#14) - 2024
- Top 50 Nationally for Game Design (#12) - 2024
- Top 50 Nationally for Graphic Design (#28) - 2023
Selected Campus Locations:
- Online
Selected Programs:
Animation Career Review Rankings:
- Top 25 International Animation Training Programs (#16) - 2023