2024 Best Colleges with Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects Degrees in Arizona

• Tempe, AZ•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.79 out of 5  11,632 reviews

Senior: As a returning student with a full time career it was important to me that the university of choice was flexible with my schedule. I originally was at SMC where they offered many courses online during the pandemic but unfortunately shifted into primarily on site courses in 2022. Because of this shift it made it extremely difficult for working students like myself to get into any courses without compromising my work (aka what is paying for college). Determined to keep pursuing my dreams I researched and found that 99.9% of ASU's Biology curriculum was offered online. They made it super easy to transfer and accepted majority of my credits. Because they offer bigger classes, it was much easier to sign up for courses. Although the price is much higher than a community college, it was worth the it!... Read 11,632 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 88%

• Net price $14,653

• SAT range 1100-1320

• Phoenix, AZ•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.01 out of 5  1,178 reviews

Sophomore: After two semesters at PC I can say that I am EXTREMELY happy about choosing this community college as my reentrance into college life as an "adult learner". After a hiatus from school due to health and financial reasons, it took the pandemic to put things into perspective and remind me of what I truly value and enjoy in life: my education. Since enrolling at PC I've found real personal and professional success and have been pleasantly surprised at how many resources the college makes available to it's student body, the extracurriculars and community involvement opportunities (I, myself, have participated in PC's business club, Model UN, the region's #1 PTK honors society, DEI facilitator training, flexible work opportunities, and choir!) and an incredibly knowledgeable staff that is earnestly interested in preparing us for success in the next steps in our careers- whether that be getting certifications, associate degree, or transferring to a fantastic university. Highly recommend!... Read 1,178 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $10,461

• SAT range —

• Mesa, AZ•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  1,987 reviews

Sophomore: It was very good. I took live online classes because it was in COVID times, but it was still good given the circumstances and the affordability of it. I was happy with it, and basically the only things I would improve would be to make sure the students are understanding and don't have questions before moving on and on from lesson to lesson. I experienced this in my math class. I had straight A's in all of my classes--except for math class. This happened both semesters of the year I did college online in COVID times. The professors at this school were all quite good, I was happy with them. Most of them were very competent and good at explaining and teaching, and even the few that weren't seemed to care a lot about the well-being of the students, and be sympathetic to our situation with all the COVID online weirdness going on. If they hadn't handled that situation so gracefully, I doubt I'd even want to return to MCC. As it is, I am excited to go back this semester!... Read 1,987 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $11,733

• SAT range —

• Glendale, AZ•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  1,641 reviews

Freshman: My experience at GCC has been nothing but excellent! Ever since enrolling in Fall of 2022, I have been so happy to be in as positive of an environment as this one. I make the drive to main campus, even though it’s a little further out of my way, because I love the energy on the campus, not to mention how well kept and aesthetically pleasing it is! The professors are so professional and personable. I appreciate all of the hard work and dedication that they put in to make this college experience the best it can be. My academic advisor always has an answer to any question I have and I couldn’t feel more supported!... Read 1,641 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $10,810

• SAT range —

• Tempe, AZ•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  304 reviews

Alum: UAT was nothing less than a transformative experience! I was fired-hosed with resources from industry-expert professors, who are more like mentors, and I was able to enhance my skills tenfold with the industry tools and tech I had access to while attending. My professors would also adapt with new and emerging tech or concepts often. They really are on the forefront of technology education, teaching what you will need as a professional in the future and throughout your career, not just what employers are looking for today. I also loved how I could take electives in other tech areas and work with students from other majors in production environments and even on industry projects to get a lot of real-world experience! UAT taught me how to think and move beyond barriers to achieve what I never thought was possible. I have leveled up my skills exponentially and the way UAT prepares you to graduate and be able to articulate your skills is unmatched. CHOOSE UAT! It's 100% worth it.... Read 304 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 91%

• Net price $17,706

• SAT range —

• 4 Year (Online)

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  53 reviews

Senior: My time at Sessions has flown by! I enjoy the 100% online courses and feel that it works well with my day to day life. I was a college student previously and decided to finish what I started after many years of waiting. I was nervous to start back up with school but after speaking to Sessions, I felt like this would be the right choice for me! Their coursework is easy to follow and highly interactive! They cultivate a friendly and uplifting environment for critique and growth. I highly recommend this college.... Read 53 reviews

• grade unavailable

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $11,166

• SAT range —

• Tempe, AZ•

• 4 Year (Online)

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Junior: I enjoyed that I am able to go to class at my convenience or live sections with a teacher. The knowledge I have learned since I've been at uat has given me a chance to improving life.... Read 1 review

• grade unavailable

• Acceptance rate —

• Net price —

• SAT range —