Senior XP Fellowship

Skyliner by David C., Toto B., and Ryan C.

Senior XP Fellowship is an immersive program for rising high school seniors that blends college access support with hands-on game design classes. Over the course of five weeks, students will gain the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the college application process while refining their creative skills in a studio environment. Under the guidance of industry professionals, students form self-directed teams, divide roles, and design a digital game using the Unity engine. This pre-professional experience in game production provides valuable skills for both college applications and future careers in media and technology.

Details

Pre-requisites:

Must have taken Game Design Level 1.

Eligibility

Rising 12th grade students (based on the grade you are going into in the Fall school year)

Timeline:

Summer before the start of your senior year.

Schedule Options:

5 weeks,
3 days a week
July 7 to August 6

What You Will Develop:

A completed digital game developed with Unity 3D and polished through playtesting and production
A personal statement that highlights your unique experiences and aspirations
Supplemental essays that strengthen your college applications
A list of colleges that match your interests and goals
A resume that showcases your skills, experience, and growth
An art portfolio that demonstrates your creative work and game design skills
The ability to research schools, understand admissions criteria and determine the best fit for your personal and academic goals
Be halfway through completing your college applications!

Free Resources:

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.

Snacks and meals for in-person courses
Laptops provided for in-class use or to borrow for remote learning
Metrocards, as needed
Access to Discord community for online learning and support
Recommendation Letter to support your college applications
Guides on financial aid, scholarships, and budgeting
Continued College Access services throughout the school year

“The program exceeded my expectations because we went in depth through the many sections in the college application process and what to expect. It was really helpful since I came in knowing little to no information and it’s made me feel less anxious about the college application process.”

– High School Senior, Class of 2025

Questions? Email collegeaccess@urbanarts.org