Digital Arts
Stetson University's Digital Arts program is 32 units and has been named among the country's Top 50 Game Design programs. You choose between the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science tracks and specialize in areas such as 3D animation, game development, AR/VR, digital photography, digital video, audio production, electronic music, or sound design.
Why Digital Arts at Stetson University?
You'll benefit from small class sizes that allow you to work closely with accomplished faculty on projects that build your portfolio. Work across visual art and audio/music technology, using diverse hardware and software tools. The program includes interactive courses in the digital arts labs equipped with professional computers and software you will use in your professional career.
You'll start with foundational coursework to build basic skills and knowledge, then choose two areas to specialize in. Receive regular feedback from peers and professors, and learn to articulate your aesthetic and technical decisions through written summaries and oral presentations. During your senior year, you'll showcase your talents through a capstone project, the culmination of your academic experience.
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“I learned in classes with hands-on experiences and invaluable support.”
— Jodi-Ann Taylor '24
Career Outcomes
Digital Arts prepares you for jobs in the gaming industry, audio or video production, and many other creative fields. Career paths include:
- Video Game Designer and Developer
- 3D Animator and Visual Effects Artist
- Digital Media Designer
- Audio Engineer and Sound Designer
- Digital Video Producer
- Interactive Media and VR/AR Developer
Meet the Faculty
As you begin your journey, you will work with some of our distinguished faculty and dedicated professionals who will provide you with personal attention and expert guidance to help you thrive academically and professionally.
- Dengke Chen, MFA, Pennsylvania State University
- Matt Roberts, MFA, University of Illinois at Chicago
- Leah Sandler, MFA, University of the Arts, Philadephia
- Chaz Underriner, PhD, University of North Texas
- Nathan Wolek, PhD, Northwestern University
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
At Stetson, learning goes beyond the classroom. You'll have opportunities to build real-world experience through internships, research, community engagement and other experiential learning opportunities.
HATTER READYFrequently Asked Questions
This program requires the completion of 32 units (128 credit hours), including major requirements and university graduation requirements. For the most current curriculum and degree requirements, please consult the academic catalog.
Yes, both a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science are available.
Stetson offers merit scholarships, need-based grants, federal and state aid, work-study, and program-specific awards. More than 98% of Stetson students receive some form of financial aid. Studio Art, Digital Arts, Museum and Curatorial Studies or Theatre Arts can apply for the LaValle Creative Arts Scholarship, a full-tuition scholarship available for first-year and transfer students.
A project built based on the skills gained with a public exhibition shown during your senior year.
You can choose areas to specialize in, like 3D animation, digital photography, digital video, audio production, electronic music, and sound design.
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