Bachelor of Science / Master of Science in Interactive Media and Game Development

WPI’s pioneering and top-ranked Bachelor of Science in Interactive Media & Game Development (IMGD) will both stretch and focus your talents as you explore the technical and artistic aspects of game development. In our close-knit program, faculty and students alike share a passion for finding new ways of looking at traditional media in order to create new media. Beginning on your first days on campus, you’ll be pushing boundaries and making things that matter to you, whether that’s games, interactive fiction, art installations, collaborative performances, or virtual environments. Our program provides an outstanding interdisciplinary education in the principles of interactive applications and computer-based game development. While each student chooses to focus on either the artistic or technical side of the field, all gain a broad understanding of both, developing a base of knowledge in computer science, mathematics, science, art, music, and English.
Interactive Media & Game Development students admitted to the BSMS program are able to count certain courses toward both undergraduate and graduate degrees, completing the program in approximately five years.

Official transcripts sent from high school First marking period grades are required for Early Decision Round One applicants. A Mid Year grade report is required for Early Decision Round Two applicants. First Marking period grades or Mid Year Report are highly recommended for Early Action and Regular Decision applicants. Transfer applicants must also submit college/university transcripts School counselor letter of recommendation Teacher letter of recommendation Early Decision applicants are required to submit the Early Decision Agreement TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): Recommended score of 90 with no sub-score below 20 IELTS (International English Language Testing System): Recommended score of 7.0 with no band below 6.5 Duolingo English Test: Recommended score of 125 PTE (Pearson’s Test of English): Recommended score of 61