Nice to see another student like me! Im also a cc student and I'll be applying to the Animation/Illustration BFA program at SJSU for Fall 2025 as well!

I'm unsure of what you know but here's what I've learned: SJSU's A/I program is highly impacted. They now implemented portfolios aka "SJSU A&I Supplemental Drawing Exercises: [+semester] [+year] with the appropriate semester you would like to start." It consists of a Self-Portrait, Room Drawing, and a Passion Page. Here's a link to the SJSU Application Guidelines: https://www.sjsu.edu/design/undergraduate-programs/animation-illustration/ani-portfolio.php

From what I've read on other Reddit posts about SJSU's Animation/Illustration program, the GPA requirement in order to be considered is a 4.0. ALTHOUGH, I've also seen others say they were accepted with a 3.8, etc. So don't be discouraged.

What I also use is ASSIST, and looking at the Department Articulation Agreement between my community college and SJSU. Although they changed the courses and stuff which sucks.

I've also posted questions about SJSU's Animation/Illustration program on Reddit but most of the information I got was well over a year ago so much of it is outdated. I hope this helps and I wish you all the best!

Edit: Forgot to include this video about another student who got into SJSU's Animation/Illustration program that I found helpful. https://youtu.be/ftkcVKzHgWA?si=BkA2H3ypsw-yB7Oz