3D Animation Intensive Explore the art of animation and learn how to make any world look real on the big screen.

To participate in this exciting program, students must be entering grades 9-12 as of Fall 2025 and/or be a 2025 high school graduate.  No prior experience is necessary in order to participate. 

This program is open to the first 18 students who complete the registration and pay their deposit. 

Important Dates:

Residential and Commuter Check-In: Sunday, June 15 from 1 pm - 4 pm

Program Start Date: Monday, June 16 
Program End Date: Friday, June 27

Animation Showcase: Friday, June 27 @ 4 pm

Residential Move-Out: Friday, June 27 (evening) or Saturday, June 28 (morning)

Class Outlook:

Classes will be held Monday - Friday from 9:30 am - 3:30 pm, with a 1-hour lunch break. Each day will consist of lectures and hands-on work in computer labs. There will be screenings of animated works throughout the week.

The program will conclude with a showcase of student projects on the evening of Friday, June 27 in the screening room of our West Penn building.

David Morrison, M.F.A.

Background

David Morrison studied animation at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. He started his career as a production assistant for Brand New School in New York City before moving on to become a freelance animator. This allowed him to work with many clients, such as Syfy Channel, T-Mobile, HBO, CBS, TED-Ed, among others. During his time in the industry he has held several leadership positions at various studios, including senior animator at Click 3X. Morrison continues to work as a freelance animator in the industry while teaching at Point Park University.

Payment Information:

All payments are due before the start of the program.

Registration and payments will be handled through our easy, user-friendly online registration platform, CampDoc. Visa, Mastercard, Discover and Electronic Checks are accepted. Payment plans are available. Students receive a t-shirt, swag bag, and ID holder with their registration. 

Non-Refundable Deposit: 
A non-refundable deposit of $200.⁰⁰ is required to reserve your space in the program. Please review our FAQs for the most up-to-date information on cancellations and refunds. 

Dorm and Meal Plan Information:
When applicable, residential students receive 3 meals on weekdays and 2 meals on weekends. Commuters receive a daily lunch buffet. All meals take place in our Lawrence Hall Dining Room.

Available Discounts:
1. A 30% tuition discount is currently offered to Point Park University employees, alumni, and their immediate family members. Family is defined as yourself, your spouse, and/or your children. Room and board costs are not available for this discount.

The option to live on campus is available to students at least 14 years old.

We will do our best to fulfill roommate requests, but requests are NOT guaranteed. Students will have the opportunity to enter requests during the registration process. 

Each residence hall has multiple points of secure access to student living areas, such as keycards, access codes, and lock and key. 

Adult resident assistants (RAs) live on campus to supervise students who are minors. Each RA is responsible for eight to ten minors. 

As an undergraduate student at Point Park, you’ll have access to opportunities only a world-class city can offer — and few universities can match — for a real-world, career-oriented education. Consider a B.F.A. or B.A. in Animation and Visual Effects.