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Master of Science in Game Design (STEM)

Full Sail University

USA,Florida

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12 Months

Duration

CAD 36,000/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 75 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2025

Apply Date

USA, Florida

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1979

Total Students: 22,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

3300 University Blvd, Winter Park, FL 32792, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Game Design (STEM)

Program Overview

The curriculum in the Game Design Master of Science degree program is composed of high-level production, game design, quality assurance, usability, and leadership courses that explore deeply into the game development pipeline. In this program, you will expand and advance your project and design skills through practical exercises in leadership, team management, game design, and usability in order to build the proficiencies to advance your career in the game industry. During the course of the program, you will be responsible for creating a variety of documentation types related to design, quality and usability testing, and production, which will be applied in team and independent game development processes. The Game Design Master of Science program has been crafted to help you develop the skills you’ll need to succeed in the game development field. From the very beginning of your time in the program, you will have the opportunity to observe, evaluate, and participate in the game development process, culminating in the exploration of core development roles in an immersive game development experience. This comprehensive education will hone your leadership, design, and research skills in preparation for entering or advancing through the game industry

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

7 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

12 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
sep 2025		Open
mar 2025		Closed
apr 2025		Closed
may 2025		Closed
jun 2025		Closed
aug 2025		Open
oct 2025		Open
nov 2025		Open
jan 2026		Open
feb 2026		Opening Later

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 75 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 36,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Full Sail University

CAD 16,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

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

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Academic Advantage Scholarship	Eligibility Criteria: Must be a first-time student applying for a Full Sail University campus degree program. Undergraduate applicants must meet one of the following: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale in secondary or postsecondary education (minimum of 30 semester credits). SAT score of 840 or higher. SAT score prior to 2016 of 1120 or higher. ACT score of 17 or higher. Graduate applicants must meet one of the following: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale in secondary or postsecondary education (minimum of 30 semester credits). SAT score of 927 or higher. SAT score prior to 2016 of 1250 or higher. ACT score of 19 or higher. For subsequent academic years, students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher for undergraduates and 3.0 or higher for graduates at Full Sail University. Application Process: Complete and submit the scholarship application along with required transcripts or test scores prior to the first day of class. Applicants who do not meet first-year eligibility may still apply and be considered for awards in future academic years based on their Full Sail University GPA. Award Determination: Eligibility for the first academic year award is based on high school or postsecondary transcripts, SAT, or ACT scores. Recipients will be notified by the Financial Aid department prior to the beginning of each academic year, provided eligibility requirements are met. Provisions: Scholarship funds are disbursed by semester throughout the student's enrollment at Full Sail University. Funds may only be used toward the tuition of a Full Sail University campus degree program. The scholarship is nontransferable and has no redeemable cash value. The scholarship may be combined with most other Full Sail University scholarships; some restrictions apply. Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Scholarship funds are limited and will remain available until depleted. LINK: https://www.fullsail.edu/scholarships/academic-advantage-scholarship https://www.fullsail.edu/admissions/scholarships	Academic Advantage Scholarship for eligible campus degree program candidates will vary: Associate degree students may earn up to $5,000 for their first academic year, and a total of $7,500 for all academic years. Bachelor's degree students may earn up to $6,000 for their first academic year, and a total of $15,000 for all academic years. Master's degree students may earn up to $4,000 for their first academic year, and a total of $6,000 for all academic years.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.