1. The Application

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Apply to the Graduate School: Complete the online application, including:

Create a 1-minute video using a smartphone or webcam telling us your personal story of engagement with and passion for Digital Media and Design.

• Three letters of recommendation
• Personal statement of purpose detailing why you want to attend this particular program, which faculty you would want to work with, and how you see the program furthering your creative and/or career goals.
• Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate level studies mailed to UConn from the providing institution
• International students: Evidence of English language proficiency using results from one of the standardized tests accepted by the Graduate School. Further English proficiency is required to TA or teach as an Instructor of Record at the University.
• Submit Your Portfolio: Upload your portfolio through SlideRoom.

2. The M.F.A. Portfolio

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Artistic Portfolio (Creative Work Samples):

Showcase your readiness for advanced creative activity and research in your chosen specialization (3D Animation, Digital Culture, Digital Film/Video Production, Digital Media Business Strategies, Game Design, Motion Design & Animation, or Web/Interactive Media Design).

• Include a creative research/artist statement (500 words).
• Provide 10-15 examples of work (videos, images, audio, website links).
• Provide captions for each work: Title, Medium, Description (including your role in collaborative projects).
• File size limits: Images (10MB), Video (500MB), Audio (60MB), PDFs (20MB), Models/Other (20MB). Links to YouTube, Vimeo, and SoundCloud are also accepted.

File size limits: Images (10MB), Video (500MB), Audio (60MB), PDFs (20MB), Models/Other (20MB). Links to YouTube, Vimeo, and SoundCloud are also accepted.