Master of Fine Arts - Interactive Media and Game Design

Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s MFA in Interactive Media & Game Design (IMGD) offers a rigorous, studio-based environment for artists to develop their creative practice and personal voice through a three-year, terminal degree program. Leveraging WPI’s renowned IMGD program, this degree combines cutting-edge resources, industry connections, and an innovative academic approach to refine artistic skills and explore new creative technologies.

Designed to provide ample space, time, and resources, the MFA helps independent artists establish and articulate their unique creative voice. The program integrates career development components, including training in teaching methods and opportunities for networking with industry professionals and academic leaders through regular colloquia.

Graduates with an MFA in IMGD are prepared for a broad spectrum of careers, including tenure-track academic roles, teaching, and positions within industries that rely on advanced design sensibilities—such as corporate, cultural organizations, experience-based product companies, and immersive full-body game experiences. WPI’s partnerships with the Worcester Art Museum, Worcester Center for Crafts, and extensive industry connections position students at the forefront of global creative industries.

Focused on addressing the industry’s need for innovative design talent, WPI’s MFA in Interactive Media & Game Design empowers students to pursue diverse design careers across multiple sectors, shaping the future of interactive media and immersive experiences worldwide.