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Ringling College of Art and Design

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewPortfolio RequiredUniversity App Required

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BFA Entertainment Design

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewPortfolio RequiredUniversity App Required

Training

Translating stories into real-world immersive experiences for theme parks, museums, concerts, sporting events, hotels, restaurants, and retail spaces

Curriculum covers concept development, 3D spatial relationships, material properties, and fabrication techniques

Advanced skills in drawing, CAD, 3D modeling, traditional model making, and 3D prototyping

Professional Development

Member of the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA)

Faculty members are Thea Award winners

Students win national design competitions

INDEX program connects students with leading brands for real-world creative projects

Industry critiques from renowned visiting professionals inform fourth-year student work

Internship opportunities with major entertainment companies

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.49

Admit rate

70%

school-wide

Grad rate

72%

Enrollment

1.7K

Earnings

$43K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$61,470

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$79,980

Before aid

Average net price

$57,742

After aid

Tuition · ringling.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 5d ago

Program Highlights

Training

Translating stories into real-world immersive experiences for theme parks, museums, concerts, sporting events, hotels, restaurants, and retail spaces

Curriculum covers concept development, 3D spatial relationships, material properties, and fabrication techniques

Advanced skills in drawing, CAD, 3D modeling, traditional model making, and 3D prototyping

Professional Development

Member of the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA)

Faculty members are Thea Award winners

Students win national design competitions

INDEX program connects students with leading brands for real-world creative projects

Industry critiques from renowned visiting professionals inform fourth-year student work

Internship opportunities with major entertainment companies

Program Highlights

Training

Translating stories into real-world immersive experiences for theme parks, museums, concerts, sporting events, hotels, restaurants, and retail spaces

Curriculum covers concept development, 3D spatial relationships, material properties, and fabrication techniques

Advanced skills in drawing, CAD, 3D modeling, traditional model making, and 3D prototyping

Professional Development

Member of the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA)

Faculty members are Thea Award winners

Students win national design competitions

INDEX program connects students with leading brands for real-world creative projects

Industry critiques from renowned visiting professionals inform fourth-year student work

Internship opportunities with major entertainment companies

Key Info

Enrollment Term

These Fall 2027 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App School Website

Fee

$70

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Important Dates · ringling.edu

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

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SlideRoom

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Application portal · SlideRoom

Portfolio Requirements

Optional audition for scholarship consideration only; it is not required for program admission.

Portfolio

Submit 10-25 portfolio items through SlideRoom

Include visual artwork emphasizing physical spaces and experiences: rooms, desks, buildings, neighborhoods, cities, theatrical shows, museum exhibits, theme park lands, rides, and attractions

Physical scale models, theater production photos, and prop/cosplay work are encouraged

Essay

Common App essay, 250-650 words

Transcript

Official high school transcript

Letters of Recommendation

Optional; from a counselor, teacher, or other recommender

Application portal · SlideRoom

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Complete the Common App before submitting portfolio materials in SlideRoom

Upload the visual portfolio through Ringling's SlideRoom/Common App art supplement

Submit only one portfolio, even if you are interested in multiple majors

February 15 is the Presidential Scholarship consideration deadline; one scholarship is awarded per major

Schedule a free video appointment with an admissions counselor for portfolio feedback before applying

Eligibility

Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA required

SAT/ACT scores optional (test-optional)

Ringling's current first-year application page says all other majors are accepted on a rolling basis

The 2027 SlideRoom first-year and transfer entries both hide their deadline from applicants; admission remains rolling

Transfer credit and upper-level placement are reviewed after admission from transfer documentation and portfolio materials

What's The Process

Audition Process

Admission based on visual art portfolio, academic record, and application materials

Rolling admission with no specific application deadline

Portfolio submitted via SlideRoom through Common App

Scholarship Info

Presidential Scholarship

One awarded per major

Complete application and all required materials by February 15 to be considered

Merit-Based Scholarships

Additional merit-based scholarships awarded on an ongoing basis

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.49

Admit rate

70%

school-wide

Grad rate

72%

Enrollment

1.7K

Earnings

$43K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$61,470

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$79,980

Before aid

Average net price

$57,742

After aid

Tuition · ringling.edu College Scorecard

Training

Translating stories into real-world immersive experiences for theme parks, museums, concerts, sporting events, hotels, restaurants, and retail spaces

Curriculum covers concept development, 3D spatial relationships, material properties, and fabrication techniques

Advanced skills in drawing, CAD, 3D modeling, traditional model making, and 3D prototyping

Professional Development

Member of the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA)

Faculty members are Thea Award winners

Students win national design competitions

INDEX program connects students with leading brands for real-world creative projects

Industry critiques from renowned visiting professionals inform fourth-year student work

Internship opportunities with major entertainment companies

Updated 5d ago