Overview
The Game Design program at Lindenwood University is designed to prepare you for working in a game studio environment. The curriculum for the game design degree includes advanced game design and production courses, allowing you to move from conception to application covering key industry concepts ranging from aesthetics and immersion to usability and game economics.
You will also study foundational topics like storytelling and character development. Project and portfolio courses are threaded throughout the curriculum and are dedicated to providing a relevant and comprehensive curriculum.
Game Design faculty at Lindenwood University
Game Design instructors at Lindenwood University are some of the most knowledgeable around. They have the educational background and real-world, professional skills that allow them to understand the changing landscape of the industry, preparing you for a career in game design.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Programming Logic
- Digital Foundations
- Design II
- Visual Storytelling
- 3D Graphics
- History of Western Art to 13003
- History of Western Art from 1300
- Game Development I
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Graphic Design Video Games & Animation Software Engineering View 281 other Bachelors in Video Games & Animation in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- If you attended school within the United States: Have your school send your official transcripts directly to Lindenwood.
- If you attended school outside the United States: Please refer to the Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) website to view the required documents needed for admission.
- Standardized Test Score
- Online application
- All official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended. If you have fewer than 24 college credits, you will need to submit your official high school transcript.
- Résumé
- Letter of intent/personal statement (1–2 page document indicating your interest in the program and Lindenwood)
To apply to our online game design degree program, you must submit the following:
If cumulative college GPA is below a 2.0, the following will also be required:
Tuition Fee
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International
19100 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9550 USD per semester during 48 months. -
National
19100 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9550 USD per semester during 48 months.
- Online: Cost per Credit $495
Living costs for Saint Charles
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.