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Bachelor of 3D Digital Design

Rochester, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

Rochester Institute of Technology campus

About the program

Bachelor of Fine Arts in 3D Digital Design offered full time on campus by RIT's College of Art and Design in Rochester, New York.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in 3D Digital Design. Apply relevant theories
Methods
And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to 3D Digital Design.

Career outcomes

AR/VR Designer
Architectural Modeler
Character Artist/Designer
CG Artist
Concept Artist
Digital Art Designer
Digital Asset Designer
Digital Sculptor
Environment Designer
Forensic Artist
Game Designer
Game Developer
Level Designer
Lighting Technical Director (TD)
Motion Graphics Artist
Rigger
Special Effects Artist
Technical Artist
Texture Artist
User Interface Artist
Visualization Artist
Design
Animation
Advertising
PR
And Marketing
Internet and Software
Movies
TV
And Music
Computer Games
Non-Profit

Curriculum

Four-year plan of study of 120 semester credit hours. Courses include Introduction to 3D Modeling
Introduction to 3D Visual Design
Introduction to 3D Imaging
Introduction to 3D Design Pathways and Modeling Strategies. Culminates in a project or capstone. Cooperative education is optional but encouraged.

Entry requirements

Academic

Completion of secondary school (high school diploma or equivalent) with a college-preparatory record: about 4 years English
3 social studies or history
3-4 mathematics and 2-3 science
With specific mathematics and science by college
One recommendation
Portfolio for art and design majors
SAT/ACT optional
English test unless exempt (Duolingo 120
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79/4.5
PTE Academic 58).

Accepted academic background

Secondary school completion with official transcript, One recommendation letter, Required high school mathematics and science vary by college (e.g. 3-4 years of math), Transfer applicants need college transcripts, Proof of funds of at least 78, 000 USD for the I-20.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79 (4.5 on new 6-point scale)
Duolingo 120
PTE Academic 58
IELTS Academic 7

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificate when applicable
Passport copy
English proficiency evidence
Financial documentation
Program-specific supporting materials when required.

How to apply

Check the entry requirements and deadlines: Early Decision I and Early Action 1 Nov
Early Decision II 1 Jan
Regular Decision 15 Jan (official website 2. Apply online through the Common Application or the RIT application. The application fee is 65 USD. Upload transcripts
A recommendation
English test scores (official website and a portfolio where the major requires one. Receive the decision and pay the 500 USD deposit to enrol (1 May for Regular Decision). Submit the declaration of financial support
Obtain the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa (official website.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$64,608 USD
Application fee	$65 USD
Deposit	$1,000 USD

Program details

Campus	Rochester
Faculty or school	College of Art and Design
Department	Department of Creative Arts and Media
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Rochester Institute of Technology may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.