Game Academy is an award-winning, three-level game design and computer science program for high school students looking for college preparatory STEM opportunities.
In the first course, 2D Game Development, you will code and design your first video game prototype using Unity3D—an interactive media engine used widely within the game industry. Coursework includes C# programming with Unity3D, 2D pixel art and sprite animation, digital music and sound FX, and narrative writing.
The application season for 2026-2027 is now open! Early Decision Deadline: 9/18.
To apply, attend one of our upcoming application infosessions. Then, you will receive the full application.
No previous experience in programming, art, music or narrative writing required – but must have a strong interest to learn!
In-Person Classes @ the Urban Arts Learning Lab:
Remote Class on Discord:
Our tuition-free model allows our admissions process to focus exclusively on recruiting the students with the strongest interest to learn, regardless of family income.
In weekly coding lessons, you will replicate, modify and create mini-games to learn the fundamentals of programming.
You will also learn one of four essential art forms weekly:
Your final project will be a game prototype, designed by you from scratch – including original art, music, narrative and code.
The school year program is open for new applications. Attend an infosession online to get started:
