Advanced Diploma - Game Programming

Academy of Interactive Entertainment ETPL
Game programmers drive the game development process. They are responsible for creating development tools, the underlying framework and the primary mechanics that drive gameplay. As the essential ingredient in the development process, game programmers are highly valued and in demand.

Financial information

Total tuition

$56,000.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Seattle, Online

Instructional methods

In-person Primary Location

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

No

Program details

2 Years

Length of training

Diploma

Award type

65

Credits

1680

Clock Hours (Total)

Additional details

Award name

Advanced Diploma

Education Prerequisites

None

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

high school diploma or equivalent, portfolio, interview

Is this program approved to train veterans?

No

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

Certification/license test preparation provided

Employment performance results

Program type

Computer Graphics

Completion rate

75%

Employment rate

69%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$22.06

Typical (median) annual earnings

$35,215.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Computer Graphics

Other Industries

26%

Professional, Scientific, Technical Services

22%

Administrative Support

22%

Retail Trade

19%

Accommodation and Food Services

11%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
39
Completion rate
75%
Average number of students who completed each year
13
Gender
Male
88%
Female
12%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
6%
Black or African American
0%
Hispanic
11%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
79%
Multi-racial
4%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
19%
20 to 29
77%
30 to 39
4%
40 to 49
0%
50 and over
0%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
0%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
100%
Some college experience, but no degree
0%
Certificate or AA
0%
BA or higher
0%