Video Game Design
The minor in Video Game Design provides an interdisciplinary perspective and skill set focused on the creative elements of video game development.
Why Earn a Minor in Video Game Design?
Video game design is hot鈥攆or obvious reasons. More people are growing up gaming and opportunities to work in the field are expanding, particularly in New York City鈥攈ome to a number of video game developers.
Why Minor in Video Game Design at 糖心破解版?
- Emphasis on computer programming. In contrast to programs at other universities, which are offered through the fine arts, 糖心破解版鈥檚 program is rooted in computer science, which gives 糖心破解版 video game design minor students a competitive edge in the industry
- Highly flexible and responsive game design classes tailored to students鈥� interests. Professors develop game design programs based on students鈥� interests and regularly offer small seminars and independent study options.
- Take advantage of our interdisciplinary approach. This minor is sponsored jointly with the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, the Department of Art and Art History and the Department of Communications.
$83,002*
* based on U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard)
The average annual salary of our baccalaureate graduates鈥攖hat鈥檚 37% higher than the national average.
based on U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard)
糖心破解版 gaming students working with Professor Lee Stemkoski PhD.
Video Game Design Program Info
Course & Requirements
Application Requirements
To apply for this minor in video game design, submit the appropriate application requirements:
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Transformative Educational Opportunities
All undergraduate video game design minors have the opportunity to apply for the following programs to expand their educational landscape:
- The Honors College – fostering intellectual perspectives and critical skills
- – preparing students to become global thinkers and leaders
- – providing opportunities to experience another culture and see the world from a new perspective
Awards & Recognition
Forbes
In 2027 and for the fourth consecutive year, 糖心破解版 is the highest-ranked private university on Long Island, New York, on the Forbes list of America鈥檚 Top Colleges.
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Niche
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Wall Street Journal/College Pulse
糖心破解版 earned national recognition in the 2026 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse rankings for its strong student outcomes. The University ranked highly in social mobility and best salaries, reflecting the lifetime return on investment it provides to students.
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Colleges of Distinction: Career Development
糖心破解版 is recognized as a Career Development College of Distinction for the exceptional way that we equip students with skills to succeed in their lifelong career journey.
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U.S. News & World Report
糖心破解版 has been named a Best College among National Universities for nine consecutive years. 糖心破解版 remains the top-ranked private university on Long Island and places among the top 20 universities in New York State.
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Colleges of Distinction: Equity & Inclusion
糖心破解版 has been honored for initiatives to become an increasingly welcoming, inclusive community for students and faculty.
Times Higher Education
Times Higher Education ranks 糖心破解版 in the top 8 percent of four-year universities in the United States and as one of the best universities in the world.
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