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SUMMER PROGRAM
THE GAME EXPERIENCE
Design, Animate, and
Play Your Own Video Game!
Program Overview
Education, Develop a Game,
Company Tours, Guest Lectures
Location & Activities
University of Washington, City of Seattle,
Cultural Experiences
Student Services
Tuition
www.expamerica.net
We are excited to provide students from around the
world with insider access to America’s video game industry and meet the creators of the world most popular
video games.
Hosted in Seattle at the University of Washington, this
program introduces students to the fundamental elements of video game development and gives them the
amazing opportunity to design, animate, and play their
own games.
In addition to professional classroom instruction, private
tours of Seattle’s world renowned game companies and
interactive visits with industry leading talent, students
are also provided with accommodation, transportation,
meals, personal smart phones, health insurance, and incredible activities around the city.
So immerse yourself into the heart of Seattle’s gaming
culture and get ready for the ultimate Game Experience!
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Education
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 embrace their creativity while learning to design, animate, and produce their own new games! Students will first learn the principles of concept art enabling
them to design their own incredible characters. Students are then presented with various game environments where they will learn to animate and program these characters, creating their own unique playable
video game. At the end of each program students will present their games to the class and test play one
another’s completed products. After the program has ended, students will still be able play their games
with friends and family who can share in the gameplay experience.
Guest 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, allowing them to obtain a better understanding of what
skills are required to achieve success in the industry.
Company Tours
Students are provided with private, behind the scenes tours of major game company head offices. 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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LOCATION & ACTIVITIES
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 cultural 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
Students are provided with an incredible variety of sight-seeing
attractions, tours, and once in a
lifetime experiences. Our students
have enjoyed the Seattle Space
Needle, Pike Place Market, indoor
skydiving, Washington’s best outlet malls, and so much more!
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STUDENT SERVICES
Every one of the services listed below are included in this program:
Education
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.
Accommodation
Meals and Dining
Transportation
Company
Tours
Smart Phones
Orientation
Closing
Ceremonies
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.
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.
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.
Students will receive a personal smart phone. This device can be used throughout the program for unlimited, local calls and data. This will ensure constant and
easy communication between the students and the Experience America team.
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
the celebration.
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Insurance
Activities
Experience
America
Support
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. Experience America
team members are always on call to help assist parents and our partner administrators by providing updates about their students well-being and important
details related to any emergency situations. Experience America utilizes professional translators to help parents when there are communication issues on highly
sensitive matters.
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. Our staff members are on call 24 hours a day to provide assistance of
any kind.
Travel Assistance
Experience America assist students in securing a B Tourist Visa for the program.
TUITION & APPLICATION
Location
University
Length
Dates
Tuition
Seattle
University of
Washington
16 Days
July 19thAugust 3rd
$3,600
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/).
Once your application is received, Experience America will process your application and contact you via email
within 5 business days.
There are two half scholarships ($1,800 value) available. Students are able to apply for the scholarship at the
time they register.
If you have any questions about the program or our organization do not hesitate to contact us via email
([email protected]) or via phone (206.356.0440).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 31, 2014
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Monday
Tuesday
SAMPLE PROGRAM CALENDAR
Sunday
Wednesday
Classroom Learning, Career Workshops, and Executive Guest Lectures
Daily Activities and Guided Tours
Saturday
Classroom
Learning
Lunch
Executive Guest
Lecture
Movie
Night
Lunch
Outlet Mall
Shopping Day Trip
Friday
Classroom
Learning & Career
Workshop
Lunch
Residence
Activities
Thursday
Classroom
Learning
Lunch
Company
Tour
Meet students at
the airport and
welcome them to
the UW dorm.
Classroom
Learning
Lunch
Seattle Space
Needle
Week 1
Lunch
Trivia
Night
Classroom
Learning
Lunch
Classroom
Learning
Lunch
Classroom
Learning
Bowling Night
Lunch
Classroom
Learning & Career
Workshop
Company
Tour
Lunch
Executive Guest
Lecture
Week 2
Lunch
Company
Tour
Closing Ceremony
Celebrations
Game
Presentations
Residence
Activities
Week 3
Project
Work
Pike Place
International
Food Market
Project
Work
Trip to Bellevue
Square for Shopping and Activities
Classroom
Learning
Project
Work
Company
Tour
Closing
Ceremony
Residence
Activities
iFly indoor
skydiving
Flexible Time
Company Office Tours and Boardroom Discussions
Orientation and
all day Seattle
City Tour. Seattle
Space
Needle and Ride
the Duck Tour
Outdoor Sports
Day
Beach Barbeque
Beach Barbeque
Students
depart for home
Seattle Mariners
Baseball Game
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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