Overview

Key features

Pratt Institute students in the BFA in Game Arts use technology and play to explore complex ideas. In this program, students have access to a wide variety of high-quality technology in an environment that can only be described as invigorating and innovative.

The Digital Arts department is populated with a faculty of talented artists and professionals who bring the experience of exhibiting artworks or creating for leading production studios to the classroom.

Students in this program combine artistic practice and technical skill to create rich games that use play to explore complex ideas.

From quirky to challenging, aesthetics and ideas are the conceptual focus while programming and game theory ensure that students have the skills to deliver fully realized games.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Game Coding
3D Modeling
Character Design for Games
Game Studio: Mechanics, Dymamics, Aesthetics
Lighting and Texturing for Games
Animation for Games

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

Credits

126 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Graphic Design Game Design Animation View 609 other Bachelors in Graphic Design in United States

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

Other requirements

General requirements

Application form with fee (online)
Visual or Writing Portfolio (Not required for Construction Management)
Official transcripts from each high school attended or official GED scores
Test Scores
Optional letters of recommendation
Pratt Essay

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

62214 USD / year

≈ 62214 USD / year
Out-of-State

62214 USD / year

≈ 62214 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

62214 USD / year

≈ 62214 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Get Visa Support

Get personalized guidance from a certified VFS Global advisor and save 20% through Studyportals.

Avoid common visa mistakes and delays
Know exactly what documents you need
Get a clear checklist tailored to your situation

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Game Arts.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About