Originally founded as a full-fledged college campus in 1979 in Orlando, Florida, Full Sail University has recently expanded to include a number of online bachelor's degree programs. These include programs in computer animation, game art, game development and digital arts and design. A master's degree program in game design is also offered through Full Sail University's online campus.
Full Sail University
3300 University Boulevard
Winter Park, FL 32792
407-679-0100
fullsail.edu
Westwood College offers students the chance to explore various aspects of professional game design in either its School of Technology or its School of Design. Programs available through the School of Technology include game software development and information technology, while the School of Design offers online degree programs in animation, game art and graphic design and multimedia. Although these degrees can be completed solely online, Westwood College does have physical campuses in several different states.
Westwood College, Anaheim Campus
1551 S. Douglass Road
Anaheim, CA 92806
800-281-2978
westwood.edu
The Game Institute offers comprehensive game development education with programs geared toward both beginners and those who already have experience in the field. Beginner courses include C++ programming for game developers and graphics programming with DirectX. Advanced courses include artificial intelligence for game developers, game mathematics and game physics.
Game Institute
New York, New York
gameinstitute.com
UAT-Online is a complementary online program available to students at the University of Advancing Technology, but many degrees in the field of video game design can be completely solely online. Bachelor of science programs with majors in advancing computer science and game programming are available, as are bachelor of arts degrees in game art and animation, game design and virtual modeling and design.
University of Advancing Technology
2625 West Baseline Road
Tempe, AZ 85283
602-383-8228
uat.edu
The online game development program offered by McKinley College is meant for students who want to pursue an associate's degree in video game development. The college's game development program teaches students about 3D game engines, graphics and animation, gaming platforms and sound and music.
McKinley College
2001 Lowe St.
Fort Collins, CO 80525
866-250-7049
mckinleycollege.edu