Animation and CGI Motion

For Animation and CGI Motion, tuition is $120 USD, while applications close Anytime.

The Animation and CGI Motion program at Columbia University is a non-degree course for students who want to learn about animation. This one-week online program is taught in English and is open to students with a pre-high school education.

The curriculum includes hands-on training in animation and CGI motion. Students will learn about the basics of animation and how to create their own animations using computer software.

After completing this program, students can pursue careers such as Animation Artist, CGI Artist, or Graphic Designer. They can work in the film, television, or video game industries, or for companies that produce animated content.

Columbia University, founded in 1754 and located in New York City, is a world-renowned Ivy League research university that blends rigorous scholarship with an urban, globally-connected campus life. With a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across the arts, sciences, engineering, business, and professional fields, Columbia emphasizes intellectual inquiry, interdisciplinary collaboration, and access to the rich cultural and professional resources of New York.

Columbia’s academic strengths are complemented by extensive research facilities, libraries, and centers that support student-led projects and faculty scholarship. The university’s location enables exceptional internship, networking, and cultural opportunities across finance, media, technology, public policy, and the arts. Small seminars, mentorship from leading scholars, and a strong career services network help students translate academic achievement into professional success.

For international students, Columbia offers language support, international student advising, and a diverse campus community drawn from around the world. The university’s commitment to global engagement, combined with its urban setting, makes it an attractive choice for students seeking a rigorous education, significant research opportunities, and direct access to one of the world’s most vibrant cities.