ADMISSIONS INFORMATION
Ready, Set, Apply
We are looking for applicants that demonstrate creative potential, exceptional craftsmanship skills, core technical abilities, and an understanding of the fundamental principles of design and animation.
Go For It
How to Apply
New Media Arts is a select admissions program. Students seeking admission to New Media Arts begin by taking pre-requisite art courses. An art portfolio, academic transcripts, personal statement and completed pre-requisite coursework are required to be considered for admission to the program. Students are urged to seek academic counseling early and perform well in their pre-requisite courses. Applications are accepted year-round with an annual due date of April 1st (or the next business day if April 1st falls on a weekend or UH break period).
Pre-Application Preparations
Take Pre-Requisite Courses
New Media Arts is a select admissions program. Students seeking admission to New Media Arts begin by taking pre-requisite art courses. An art portfolio, academic transcripts, personal statement and completed pre-requisite coursework are required to be considered for admission to the program. Students are urged to seek academic counseling early and perform well in their pre-requisite courses. Applications are accepted year-round with an annual due date of April 1st (or the next business day if April 1st falls on a weekend or UH break period).
Animation Pre-Reqs:
- ENG 100 Composition I or ESL 100 Composition I
- ART 101 Introduction to Visual Arts
- ART 112 Introduction to Digital Art
- ART 113 Introduction to Drawing
Animation applicants only, select one:
- ART 115 Introduction to Design, or
- ART 116 Introduction to 3D Composition, or
- ART 123 Introduction to Painting
Interface Design Pre-Reqs:
- ENG 100 Composition I or ESL 100 Composition I
- ART 101 Introduction to Visual Arts
- ART 112 Introduction to Digital Art
- ART 113 Introduction to Drawing
- ART 115 Introduction to Design
Paperwork
Submit Required Documents
For full details of all required documentation, please see the Admissions Procedural Checklist.
Enroll as a UH KCC Student
For students who are not currently enrolled in any classes at KCC or anywhere in the UH system, you must apply online at apply.hawaii.edu. If prompted, list Liberal Arts (New Media Arts) as your major.
Request Official Transcripts.
Official transcripts must be sent from colleges outside of the UH system to be sent directly to the Kekaulike Information and Service Center (KISC). To do so, request a transcript evaluation online. To be considered for transfer, be sure to request transcripts at least one semester prior to applying for the NMA program and be sure to include course descriptions for all courses taken outside the UH system. (button: request transcript evaluation)
Portfolio
Submit Your Portfolio
Portfolio submission instructions:
- See the Portfolio Specifications.
- See a selected set of portfolio sample images for a visual reference.
- Submit your portfolio online via the NMA Online Portfolio Submission Form.
For more information regarding criteria for the selection process:
General Advice for All Portfolio Work Submitted:
All samples should clearly demonstrate your creativity, composition, and technical skills.
Examples
Portfolio Artwork SampleS
ART 112
Intro to Digital Arts
ART 113
Intro to Drawing
(i.e. still life is OK, portrait is OK, etc.)
ART 115
Intro to Design
ART 116
3D Composition
ART 123
Intro to Painting
Get In Touch
Have Questions?
For general information and inquiries about New Media Arts program at Kapi‘olani Community College, the Associates degree, and the admissions process to become a student, please feel free to get in touch: