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SUMMER PROGRAM
THE GAME EXPERIENCE
Education
Game Design and Animation,
Develop Your Own Game, Industry Guest Lectures,
Game Studio Tours
Program Overview
University of Washington,
Exclusive Industry Access , Group Events and Activities
Student Services
Accommodation, Transportation, Meals, City Tours,
Personal Smart Phones and More!
Application & Scholarships
Design, Animate, and
Play Your Own Video Game!
Learn the fundamental elements of Video Game
Development
Insider access to America’s game industry
Network with developers of the world’s most
played games
Learn on campus at the University of Washington
Visit professional game studios through private
company Tours
July 19th - August 3rd, 2014
www.expamerica.net
Private Tour through Valve Studios
EDUCATION
Game Development
This comprehensive program is designed for students interested in one of the world’s fastest growing and
most profitable industries, games. Lead by our experienced and professional instructors, course material
will cover each of the fundamental elements related to the creation and development of PC, mobile, and
console based games, helping students to learn each of the six essential skills required for success in the
industry.
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Animation
Art
Programming
Design
Sound
Business
Management
Develop and Play Your Own Game
Our experienced instructors challenge students to design, animate, and produce their own new games!
Students will explore the principles of concept art, enabling them to design their own unique characters. Customizable game environments are introduced for students to develop character animations,
creating a distinctive and playable game. Students will present their games at the end of the program,
having the opportunity to test play one another’s accomplishments. After completion of the program,
students will still be able to share their games with wide-eyed family and friends.
Industry Lectures
Our students are provided with presentations from specialized experts, helping them to explore various fields throughout the gaming industry. Students have the opportunity to interact with guest lecturers through in-depth question and answer sessions, helping them to obtain a better understanding
of the skills that are required to achieve success in the industry.
Company Tours
Students are provided with private, behind the scenes tours of major game company studios. Students
will get to interact with company staff and experience what it would be like to work for some of the
best employers in the business. Our students have had the opportunity to visit such companies as Microsoft, Monolith, Valve, ArenaNet, Pop Cap, Zombie, and Big Fish.
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
University of Washington
This program is hosted at the University of Washington. Students will
attend classes directly on campus,
providing them with a genuine college learning experience. Classes are
instructed by experienced, professional game developers.
Industry Access
Through innovative guest lectures
and privately hosted company tours,
students will experience a behind
the scenes look into the heart of the
industry, while meeting some of the
best personalities in the gaming
world.
Cultural Experiences
We provide our students with an
incredible variety of sight-seeing
attractions, tours, and once in lifetime experiences throughout the
city. Some of our student’s favorite
events include the Seattle Space
Needle, the Savor Seattle Food Tour,
our ultimate Gameworks Party, and
Indoor Skydiving!”
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STUDENT SERVICES
Every one of the services listed below are included in this program:
Education
Accommodation
Students will attend weekday classes on campus at the University of Washington.
Classes will be focused on Animation, Art, Game Design, Programming, Sound, and
Management.
Students will live in the University of Washington student residence halls along with
Experience America chaperons that will be supervising the group at all times.
Students will be provided with three meals a day at the University of Washington
restaurants. The restaurants feature cuisines from around the world and can accommodate every type of dietary preferences or restrictions.
Meals and Dining
Experience America will pick students up directly from the airport, provide them
with transportation to all scheduled group activities, and safely return students
directly to the airport at the end of the program.
Transportation
Game Studio
Tours
Students will visit and tour gaming companies throughout the Seattle area. Game
developers and executives will speak with the group, answering any questions
students may have about each company and the overall industry.
Smart Phones
Students will receive a personal smart phone. This device can be used throughout the program for unlimited, local calls, text and data. This will ensure constant
and easy communication between the students and the Experience America
team.
Orientation
Once safely arrived, Experience America provides students with an extended orientation in order to ensure they feel comfortable with the new culture, city, and
local residents. Experience America works hard to establish a bond between our
staff and the group to help students feel comfortable in their new surroundings
and feel confident interacting with local students.
A closing ceremony is held at the end of every program. The closing ceremony
includes a formal dinner with students, instructors, guest lecturers and the Experience America team. Certificates, prizes, and awards are also presented during
Closing Ceremonies the celebration.
STUDENT SERVICES
Every one of the services listed below are included in this program:
Insurance
Activities
Our health insurance coverage plan provides for reimbursement, without deductibles, for doctor’s visits and hospitalizations requiring urgent medical care, as well
as for paramedical care, medicines and urgent dental care. Our team members are
always on call to help assist with emergencies and will be in constant and immediate communication with student families.
Experience America takes pride in providing students with an all inclusive program, filled with city activities, sight-seeing attractions, and once in a lifetime cultural experiences.
Experience America is incredibly dedicated to providing an unmatched support
network. Our dedicated staff are always on hand to guide students through all
events and to make sure they feel comfortable and welcome through the entire
Experience America experience. Our staff members are on call 24 hours a day to provide assistance of
any kind.
Support
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Space Needle
Pike Place Market Food Tour
Ride the Ducks Tour
Smartphones with unlimited data!
TUITION
Location
University
Length
Dates
*Tuition
Seattle
University of
Washington
16 Days
July 19th - August 3rd
$3,600
*Tuition includes all student services discussed on the “Student Services” Section .
HOW TO APPLY
To register for the program please fill out the application on our website
(https://www.expamerica.net/student-programs/game-experience/register-game-experience/).
Our staff will contact all applicants within 2 business days of receiving your submitted application. If you
have any questions about the program or our organization do not hesitate to contact us via email (info@
expamerica.net) or via phone (+1.206.356.0440). All students must be a minimum of 16 years of age as of
July 19, 2014.
Application Deadline - June 6, 2014
SCHOLARSHIPS
This year we are awarding two of our most ambitious students with half-scholarships ($2,250). Successful
applicants will receive their scholarship prize after tuition has been received through the online program
registration. Scholarships will be awarded to students who have demonstrated a dedication to:
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Campus and Community Involvement
Leadership and Personal Growth
Academic Achievements
We recommend that you complete the Scholarship Application form online. You will be directed to the
Scholarship Application by following the program registration process on our website
(https://www.expamerica.net/student-programs/game-experience/register-game-experience/).
Scholarship Application Deadline - April 30, 2014
Scholarship Awarded: - May 15, 2014
Monday
July 21
Classroom
Learning
Lunch
Seattle Mariners
Baseball Game
July 28
Classroom
Learning
Lunch
IMAX
Experience
July 20
Orientation and
Team Building
Activities
Lunch
Ride the Ducks
Tour of Seattle
July 27
Space Needle and
Laser Show
Lunch
Pike Place Market
Savor Food Tour
August 3
Students depart
for home
Lunch
Morning
Lunch
Afternoon
Week 2
Morning
Lunch
Afternoon
Week 3
Morning
Lunch
Company
Tour
Lunch
Classroom
Learning
July 29
iFly Indoor
Skydiving
Lunch
Classroom
Learning
July 22
Flexible Time and Residence Activities
Company Office Tours and Boardroom Discussions
Daily Activities and Guided Tours
Week 1
Afternoon
Tuesday
Wednesday
Gameworks
Pizza Party
Lunch
Classroom
Learning
July 30
Company
Tour
Lunch
Classroom
Learning & Career
Workshop
July 23
Classroom Learning, Career Workshops, and Executive Guest Lectures
Sunday
Outdoor
Sports Day
Lunch
Project
Work
July 31
Afternoon
Beach BBQ
Lunch
Classroom
Learning
July 24
Thursday
Sample Program Calendar
Flexible
Time
Lunch
Project
Work
August 1
Outdoor
Movie Night
Lunch
Guest Lecture
July 25
Friday
Closing Ceremony
Celebrations
Lunch
Flexible
Time
August 2
Outlet Mall
Shopping Day Trip
Lunch
Ballard Locks &
Bowling
July 26
Pick up students
from airport and
host orientation at
University
residences
Saturday
Experience America Learning Centers
Experience
America
The University
Business
Center
1200 Westlake
Ave
North
Suite
1006
4500 9th Avenue NE Suite
300
Seattle,
Washington
Seattle,
Washington98109
98105,,USA
USA
www.expamerica.net
[email protected]
+1.206.356.0440
+1.604.968.2477