Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects

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About Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects

Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects programs prepare individuals to use computer applications and related visual and sound imaging techniques to manipulate images and information originating as film, video, still photographs, digital copy, soundtracks, and physical objects in order to communicate messages simulating real-world content. Includes instruction in specialized camerawork and equipment operation and maintenance, image capture, computer programming, dubbing, CAD applications, and applications to specific commercial, industrial, and entertainment needs.

Students who are passionate about Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects can study up to a Postbaccalaureate certificate. Currently, 5,096 students earn a some level of degree in Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects around the United States each year. More students earn a degree in Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects in California than any other state. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects is $40,500.

Popularity of Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

The highest paying career for Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects majors is Special Effects Artists and Animators. But, something else to consider is how many job openings there currently is. A job that is in high need that a degree in Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects can prepare you for is Special Effects Artists and Animators.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
1,082
Female Students
451 (41%)
Male Students
631 (58%)
White (461, 43%)
Hispanic or Latino (312, 29%)
Black or African American (89, 8%)
Asian (80, 7%)
Two or more races (67, 6%)
Race/ethnicity unknown (35, 3%)
U.S. Nonresident (27, 2%)
American Indian or Alaska Native (6, 1%)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (5, <1%)

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