Digital Media and Animation AAS - Software Application Track

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 2
Last Re-Certification Date: 7/16/2025
Next Re-Certification Date: 7/28/2027

Program Description

Within the Digital Media and Animation AAS degree, the Software Application Design and Development track (only) has been approved for WIOA funding. There is a growing need for skilled people to create digital content for entertainment, information, education, advertising, marketing and gaming. This AAS will help students prepare to create interactive content for the Web, animations, and simple video games 6 the specialization in Software Application Design and Development prepares individuals to build digital structure for a wide range of purposes while also developing a strong background in digital art.

Established in 2009

CIP: 11-0801 Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design.

Training Program Type

Vocational

Provider Information

Program Contact Info

8900 U.S. Highway 14
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
(815) 479-7842

Associated Job Families and Occupations

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

Quality Assurance

  • North Central Association
  • Illinois Community College Board

Education Information

Associates Degree

64 Weeks ( 960.00 Hours / 60.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$7,412.00
Books$520.00
Fees$1,704.00
Total Cost$9,636.00

Financial Aid

  • Pell Grants
  • Illinois Monetary Award Program
  • Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
  • Institutional Scholarships

Application Procedure

For general information, please call a New Student Enrollment Coach in the Admissions Office at 815-479-7732. Once approved for training, please contact Kristen Mueller at 815-479-7842 or wioatraining@mchenry.edu

Entry Requirements:

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Full-Time Enrollment
  • Part-Time Enrollment
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Labs

Performance Data

Program: Digital Media and Animation AAS - Software Application Track

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 2
Last Re-Certification Date: 7/16/2025
Next Re-Certification Date: 7/28/2027

Program Description

Within the Digital Media and Animation AAS degree, the Software Application Design and Development track (only) has been approved for WIOA funding. There is a growing need for skilled people to create digital content for entertainment, information, education, advertising, marketing and gaming. This AAS will help students prepare to create interactive content for the Web, animations, and simple video games 6 the specialization in Software Application Design and Development prepares individuals to build digital structure for a wide range of purposes while also developing a strong background in digital art.

Established in 2009

CIP: 11-0801 Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design.

Provider Information

Program Contact Info

8900 U.S. Highway 14
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
(815) 479-7842

Associated Job Families and Occupations

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

Quality Assurance

  • North Central Association
  • Illinois Community College Board

Education Information

Associates Degree

64 Weeks ( 960.00 Hours / 60.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$7,412.00
Books$520.00
Fees$1,704.00
Total Cost$9,636.00

Financial Aid

  • Pell Grants
  • Illinois Monetary Award Program
  • Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
  • Institutional Scholarships

Application Procedure

For general information, please call a New Student Enrollment Coach in the Admissions Office at 815-479-7732. Once approved for training, please contact Kristen Mueller at 815-479-7842 or wioatraining@mchenry.edu

Entry Requirements:

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Full-Time Enrollment
  • Part-Time Enrollment
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Labs