Digital Media Arts College Explained

Digital Media Arts College
Established:2002
City:Boca Raton
Type:Private for-profit[1] art and design college
Students:317
Undergrad:293
Academic Staff:35
President:Sunny Sharma
Dean:Dr. Christine Jax
Country:United States of America
State:Florida

Digital Media Arts College (DMAC) was a private for-profit art and design college in Boca Raton, Florida. DMAC was founded in 2002 to offer bachelor's degrees in 3D animation and graphic design.[2] It was acquired by Lynn University in 2017 and made part of the Eugene M. and Christine E. Lynn College of Communication and Design.[3]

DMAC was accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). It enrolled approximately 350 students.

Academics

DMAC offered specialized Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in Computer Animation (and a concentration in Game Art) and Graphic Design (and a concentration in Advertising Design) as well as Master of Fine Arts degrees in Visual Effects Animation and Web Design. In 2014, DMAC launched online programs which included an Associate of Multimedia Design and a Master in Web Design and Technology Professional certificate programs were also offered for students working towards a degree and as resume enhancers for professionals working in an advertising-related industry.

Campus

The DMAC campus was a 33,000+ square foot facility located in Boca Raton, Florida. The campus was retained and is still used by Lynn University.

References

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: College Navigator . U.S. Department of Education . 16 April 2016 .
  2. News: Start-up College Teaches E-media . Winter . Christine . Sun-Sentinel . Technology . 11 November 2002 . 16 April 2016 .
  3. Web site: Lynn University Will Buy Digital Media Arts College | Inside Higher Ed.