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Master of Interactive Media and Game Design

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Worcester, United States
3 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Game and interactive media degree with three concentrations.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level; a new 12 months at each higher level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees (E-Verify employer, Form I-983)): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop understanding of interactive media and game design
strengthen abilities in foundational concepts
subject-specific inquiry
critical analysis and applied problem-solving related to interactive media and game design
communicate evidence and findings relevant to the discipline.

Career outcomes

Lead designer
concept artist
script writer
project manager

Curriculum

Coursework includes gamification
machinima and a sequence of studio design courses
with industry-standard software from the first year. Choose one concentration: Software Development and Interaction Design
Marketing and Entrepreneurship
or Art and Asset Production. Credits not stated.

Entry requirements

Academic

Accredited bachelor's degree (US or equivalent; NACES-approved credential evaluation for degrees from outside the US/Canada); transcripts
statement of purpose
resume and 1-3 recommendation letters depending on programme; GRE/GMAT only where the programme requires it. Minimum GPA 3.0 (4.0 scale). English proficiency required of non-native speakers.

Accepted academic background

Accredited bachelor's degree (US or equivalent, NACES-approved credential evaluation for degrees from outside the US/Canada), Transcripts, Statement of purpose, Resume and 1-3 recommendation letters depending on programme, GRE/GMAT only where the programme requires it

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 4.5
IELTS 6.5
Duolingo 115
IELTS 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Postsecondary Academic Transcripts
English Proficiency Evidence if Required
Program-Specific Statement of Purpose and Resume
Letters of Recommendation as Specified by Program

How to apply

Check your programme's requirements and deadline. Most programmes admit on a rolling basis
with priority dates for funding. Apply online in the graduate application portal and pay the non-refundable application fee (70 USD). Upload unofficial transcripts
personal statement
recommendations and English test scores. Decision comes in 6-10 weeks. Accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit if required (not for funded students). Receive the I-20 through the ISS portal and apply for the F-1 visa. Join pre-departure orientation.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$28,490 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Worcester
Faculty or school	School of Arts & Sciences
Department	Interactive Media and Game Development
Teaching language	English
Credit value	36
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level; a new 12 months at each higher level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees (E-Verify employer, Form I-983)
Scholarship note	Eligible graduate students may compete for department-managed assistantships, scholarships and fellowships, including some opportunities for international students. Funding, eligibility and award amounts vary by department; no award is guaranteed.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
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No deadline listed
Program starts
August 2027
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Program starts
January 2028
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.