Student Artwork by Liz Chua
Student Artwork by Liz Chua

Overview

For over 25 years, Gnomon has trained thousands of artists for careers in the entertainment industry. Recognized as one of the Top U.S. Colleges by Forbes and named one of America’s Top Animation Schools by The Hollywood Reporter, Gnomon offers a variety of educational options to help students reach their goals in the entertainment industry, with certificate and degree programs, and over 100 individual courses. Gnomon is dedicated to empowering aspiring artists with the skills and expertise needed to succeed in today’s competitive creative landscape.

Mission

Area of Study Generalist

Gnomon specializes in computer graphics education for careers in the entertainment industry.

Read more about the student experience at Gnomon.

At-A-Glance

550+ Total Student Body

80+ Unique Courses

98% BFA Placement Rate*

79% Certificate Program Placement Rate*

1000+ Industry-Employed Graduates

14 Average Class Size

96% Retention Rate for First Year BFA Students

0% Delinquency Rate on Private Loans

*Employment rates follow ACCSC definitions and are verified by an external firm. Data is available from the Placement Office.

Our Approach

Gnomon centers its curriculum around industry demand. Our education emphasizes professional application and spans a wide range of subjects across the production pipeline

Where You'll Learn

Gnomon’s 45,000 sq ft campus is located in North Hollywood, CA, providing students with access to a community of working artists in the field.

Who You'll Learn From

Gnomon’s instructors are working professionals who are well versed in the most up-to-date software, hardware, and techniques used in VFX, games, and animation.

Campus

History

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I only wish that Gnomon had existed when I was a kid. Their professors and founders are people who truly inspire. They don’t just teach the ‘how to,’ they give you context, understanding, and expectations of ‘how to on the job’. It’s that amazing ideal, where art and making a living peacefully co-exist. You can certainly become a successful working artist without Gnomon, but with their pedigree, placement stats, culture, and track record, why take that chance?

JJ Abrams Headshot

J.J. ABRAMS

Producer:
Star Trek, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker