UConn Major Transfers

Ready for a Creative Change? Transfer into DMD!

Hello Husky! We're thrilled you're interested in joining the Digital Media & Design (DMD) program. We understand you're eager to explore your creative potential with us, and we're here to guide you through the process. Entry into the DMD program is competitive. A strong portfolio is essential for your application. The application process for a current UConn students entry into the DMD program simply requires the completion of your online portfolio through Slideroom

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Application Deadlines

  • March 15: Fall Start Submission

  • October 1: Spring Start Submission

  • Submit Your Portfolio: Upload your online portfolio through SlideRoom. Your application is not complete until your portfolio is submitted.

Key Requirements and Considerations: 

  • GPA Standards: We value both academic and artistic excellence. You must maintain a minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA and a 3.0 GPA in DMD courses. To apply, you must meet the minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA in your current major.

  • Extended Studies: Depending on your current academic progress, you may need to extend your studies by a semester or more, especially for the B.F.A. degree. Please review the Plan of Study for your desired concentration on our concentrations page.

  • Limited Availability: Due to the competitive nature of our program, we have limited spots available for major changes.

  • Notification Timeline: Acceptance notifications are typically sent just before the start of the next semester. Plan to register for classes in your current major and adjust your schedule if accepted.

  • Summer and Winter Courses: We encourage you to take DMD summer and winter courses, which are open to all UConn students without prerequisites.
  • DMD 2010 History of Digital Culture is typically offered during the Winter session.

Portfolio Requirements Overview

Watch the UConn DMD admissions video to learn more.

Portfolio Submission Steps



1. Tell us who you are

Personal Digital Media Story (1-Minute Video):

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.

  • Explain why you believe UConn is the ideal place for your advanced studies.
  • Focus on the substance of your story, not high production values.
  • We will watch only 60-seconds of your video, so running longer than 1-minute will not help your application.
  • Accepted video file formats: .mov, .mp4, or .wmv.

2. Show Us What You’ve Done!

Artistic Portfolio (Creative Work Samples):

You must upload a portfolio to Slideroom showcasing your strongest creative work in art, digital media, design, or related fields. Include a minimum of five diverse samples (maximum seven). Examples: films/videos, animations, digital imaging, traditional art, web design, writing samples.

For each work, provide clear captions containing:

  • 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.

Application Essentials

Your portfolio is a crucial part of your application. We cannot accept submissions via USB drives, CDs, or DVDs. We only accept submissions digitally through Slideroom. Portfolios submitted outside of SlideRoom or after the posted deadlines will not be considered. 

All students must have a portable computer that meets the program's computer specifications. 

Important note, we do not offer private portfolio reviews. Only portfolios submitted through SlideRoom on-time will be reviewed for admission.

New England Regional Student Eligibility

The University of Connecticut participates in the New England Regional Student Program The New England Board of Higher Education provides New England residents with a tuition reduction when they pursue certain majors at New England public colleges and universities. Due to its unique nature, UConn’s Digital Media & Design (BFA & BA) is one of the approved degree programs. Students from Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont are eligible for a significant discount on out-of-state tuition (175% of UConn's in-state tuition cost) when they choose Digital Media & Design as their major at UConn.