B.A.
Bachelor's of Arts
B.S.
Bachelor's of Science

Digital Media Arts

Bring your creative vision to life with a bachelor’s in digital media arts from Empire State University,

This online digital media degree blends hands-on creative work with courses in design, storytelling, and emerging technologies. You’ll explore ethical and cultural perspectives in digital media while building an impressive portfolio of individual and collaborative projects. Whether you’re passionate about animation, web design, or digital storytelling, SUNY Empire’s flexible online digital media programs prepare you for an exciting career in the digital arts.

Program Overview

Digital Media Arts B.A., B.S. 

 

Earn your degree in digital media arts online and jumpstart your career. 

Format

100% Online

How it Works

Tuition

$295 / credit

Tuition & Fees

Credits

124

Course Catalog

Next term starts

Fall 2025 

    • ARTS 1140

      Media and Visual Literacy

       

    • ARTS 1065

      Introduction to Drawing

       

    • ARTS 2035

      Diversity in the United States Arts

       

    • COMM 2010 

      Writing for Digital Media 

       

    • DIGA 1010 

      Digital Art & Design: Introductory 

       

    • INFT 1005 

      Introduction to Web Publishing 

       

    • PHOT 2010 

      The Photographic Vision 

       

    • ARTS 3025 

      Advanced Drawing or ARTS 3135 Illustration 

       

    • DIGA 3035 

      Digital Art & Design: Advanced  

       

    • DIGA 3036 

      Ethics of Digital Art & Design 

       

    • DIGA 3040  

      Digital Storytelling

       

    • DIGA 3050

      Information Design 

       

    • DIGA 3065 

      Digital Media Arts 

       

    • DIGA 4015 

      History & Theory of New Media 

       

    • DIGA 4999 

      Capstone in Digital Media Arts  

       

    • 2 Advanced level courses  

       

       

Ready to Apply?

The deadline for the Fall 2025 term is August 1. How to Apply

Turn Your Creativity Into Career-Ready Skills

What You’ll  Do

  • Create digital art and design projects
  • Design with an understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Understand digital art theory and history
  • Evaluate digital media content for authenticity and reliability

Get Ready for Your Creative Career 

With a digital media degree online, you’ll be prepared to work in creative and tech-driven roles across industries. Possible careers include: 

  • Graphic Designer 
  • Animator or Game Developer 
  • Web or UX Designer 
  • Digital Storyteller or Filmmaker 
  • Art Director 
Career Services
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After looking into SUNY, I realized that it was an excellent school because of its flexibility with programming online. Everyone that I was in contact with was very supportive and encouraging to get me through applying for college after being absent from college for 20 years.
Takeyce
‘23 B.A. Digital Media Arts, Current Student M.A, Senior Media Producer at an ed tech company

Interested? Take the Next Steps

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Start Your Journey to a Digital Media Arts Career

We're here to support you every step of the way, making your journey to a digital media arts degree as smooth as possible. Our dedicated advisors provide the guidance and information you need to make confident choices and move closer to your goals. 

 

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Check for Prior Learning Credits

Put your past experience toward your degree. Use transfer credits, work experience, or life skills to get a head start, save money, and earn your degree faster. 

How To Get Credits

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Apply for Your Online Digital Media Arts Degree

Make sure you have all the admissions requirements and complete your application to be ready for our next term! 

How To Apply

Next start term

Fall 2025

Deadline to apply

August 1

Start Your Degree

as soon as September 2, 2025.

Meet Our Professors

Our faculty have decades of real-world experience in digital design, media production, and creative storytelling, and they’re here to support you every step of the way. They won’t just help you earn your online digital media arts degree; they’ll inspire you to think creatively, experiment with new technologies, and build a portfolio that sets you apart in today’s dynamic digital landscape. 

All Faculty
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Yvonne Murphy 

Professor
Accounting, Finance, Economics and Management Information Systems
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Tom Mackey

Professor
"A+! Best professor I have ever had! Gives excellent, positive, detailed feedback. Created a warm and welcoming learning environment. Excellent communicator — always responded within 24 hours. Course schedule clear and organized. Take a class with him if you can!” (Student on RateMyProfessors.com) 

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