CSUF Game Art, Animation, and Immersive Media BFA Portfolio Review

CSUF Game Art, Animation, and Immersive Media BFA Portfolio Review
Students may apply up to two times to be admitted to the BFA in GAAIM, provided they meet the criteria and have not exceeded 96 units toward the degree. If a student will submit a portfolio for a second review, it should be within two semesters of the first portfolio review and before finishing 96 units toward their degree. Applicants who are not accepted after the second attempt will not be admitted into the program. Applicants are encouraged to meet with a faculty advisor in the area concentration to verify that they meet the criteria and unit counts, and to discuss their goals prior to applying to the program.

Informational Video: https://youtu.be/C85pPWO5V7w

Application Deadline: Monday, October 6, 2025 @ 5 PM
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Academic Information

Please indicate if you have completed the courses below. If completed elsewhere, please select other and state where it was completed, the transfer course number/name, the grade you received, and the numeric value. If you have been granted an exception, please select other and state the reason.
Have you completed Art 103 or an equivalent class (AP credit or Community College course)?*

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Grade in Art 103 or equivalent class (AP credit or Community College course)?*
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Have you completed Art 104 or an equivalent class (AP credit or Community College course)?*

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Grade in Art 104 or equivalent class (AP credit or Community College course)?*
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Have you completed Art 107A or an equivalent class (AP credit or Community College course)?*

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Grade in Art 107A or equivalent class (AP credit or Community College course)?*
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Have you completed Art 107B or an equivalent class (AP credit or Community College course)?*

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Grade in Art 107B or equivalent class (AP credit or Community College course)?*
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Have you completed Art 117 or an equivalent class (AP credit or Community College course)?*

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Grade in Art 117 or equivalent class (AP credit or Community College course)?*
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How many units have you completed?*
If you are over the unit cap, please provide a brief explanation why:
Please attach your Titan Degree Audit. *

You can find your Titan Degree Audit by accessing your portal. Once you have accessed your portal you can find it on Titan Online in the Student Self Service section. Please submit a current and up to date audit.
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Statement of Purpose and Portfolio
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Statement of Purpose

This is a 500 word essay that clearly communicates the student’s intentions and educational goals within the Game Art, Animation and Immersive Media concentration. This should answer the questions:

Why are you applying to this program?

What are your aspirations in this diverse art & technology field?

What are you passionate about most in computer animation and games?

Max Length: 500 words
Artist Statement *

Please label your portfolio with LastName_Firstname_GAAIMStatement.pdf
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Game Art, Animation, and Immersive Media Portfolio

The portfolio (.pdf format) will include 10-12 examples of your best artwork. If you have movie files, please provide the link to the movie file on a blank document and add it to your portfolio. Please label your portfolio with LastName_FirstName_GAAIMPortfolio.pdf. Only link to movies (YouTube, Vimeo), do not embed them in the pdf. Always check PDF on multiple computers before uploading.

The portfolio is representative of your original work and should include from the following:

1. Observational Drawings: (3-4 examples): Drawings and sketches from real life that show an understanding of 2D design principles including perspective, shape, form, and light/shadow, composition. Examples can be stylized for animation and games.

2. Figurative and Life Drawing: (3-4 examples): Drawings and sketches that capture the human form both nude and clothed, portraying a variety of poses. The examples should demonstrate a solid understanding of anatomy and form. Can be stylized for animation and games.

3. Creative and Technical: 3-4 pieces that demonstrate skills in game art/design, 3D modeling, digital sculpting, character, props, and environments, 3D animation, rigging, game development, immersive media (VR/AR), Unreal Engine/Blueprinting, Virtual Production, and/or coding/scripting.

Keep in mind that all works submitted should be original and not copied from other artistsor brands. Collaborative works need to clearly state your contributions.
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CSUF Game Art, Animation, and Immersive Media BFA Portfolio Review

Academic Information

Statement of Purpose and Portfolio