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Program Overview
New York Film Academy Programs
The New York Film Academy (NYFA) offers a wide range of programs in the field of visual and performing arts.
Areas of Study
- Filmmaking
- Acting for Film
- Photography
- Producing
- Screenwriting
- Cinematography
- Documentary Filmmaking
- Digital Editing
- 3D Animation & Visual Effects
- Broadcast Journalism
- Musical Theatre
- Game Design
- Entertainment Media
- Virtual Reality
- NYFA's Pathway Track
Degree Programs
- Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Master of Fine Arts
- Master of Arts
- Associate of Fine Arts
- Online Degrees
Certificate Programs
- 1 & 2-Year Programs
- Short-Term Workshops
- Online Programs
- Corporate Training
Study Abroad with NYFA
- Filmmaking
- Acting for Film
Admissions and Finances
Admissions
- Program Dates
- Application Deadlines
- Admissions Requirements
- International Students
- Veterans & Military Dependent Students
- Transfer Students
- Cross-Campus Studies
- Advanced Standing and Tuition Credit
- Meet NYFA Near You
- Health Requirements
Finances
- Tuition
- Federal Financial Aid
- Scholarships & Grants
- GI Bill & Yellow Ribbon Program
- Housing Information
Campuses
Campuses
- New York City
- Los Angeles
- Florence, Italy
- Online
Locations
- NYFA Kazakhstan
- NYFA at Harvard University
- Paris, France
- Beijing, China
Discover NYFA
Who We Are
- About Us
- History
- Mission & Purpose
- Accreditation, Licensing, and Approvals
- Articulation
- Affiliations
- Faculty Directory
- Leadership & Administration
- NYFA Reviews
- FAQ
- NYFA Catalogs
- Awards & Rankings
On Campus
- Visit Us
- Open House
- Live Online Events
- Academic Calendar
- Campus Safety & Clery Act
- Title IX
- Student Life
- Health and Wellness
- Career and Alumni Services
- The Film Festival Department at NYFA
- Jobs at NYFA
- Accessibility Services
News and Culture
- Guest Speakers
- NYFA in the News
- Blog
- Social Media Wall
- NYFA Youtube Channel
- Podcasts
- Student Resources
- NYFA Store
- 10 Arts Foundation
- Community Partnerships & Collaborations
- Industry Lab
Alumni
The New York Film Academy has a strong alumni network, with graduates working in various fields of the entertainment industry.
Youth Programs
Teen Camps and Workshops
- Filmmaking
- Acting for Film
- Photography
- Screenwriting
- Documentary Filmmaking
- 3D Animation
- Musical Theatre
- Game Design
- Online Programs for Teens
- Teen and Kids 2-Day Holiday Workshops
Kids Camps and Workshops
- Filmmaking
- Acting for Film
- Photography
- 3D Animation
- Musical Theatre
- Game Design
- Online Programs for Kids
- Teen and Kids 2-Day Holiday Workshops
Youth Admissions
- Program Dates
- Tuition
- Housing
- Insurance
- Supervision
- International Students
- All Programs at a Glance
- Youth Open Houses
Locations
- New York City
- Los Angeles
- Florence, Italy
- Harvard University
- Paris, France
12-Week Game Coding Workshop
Learn Game Coding at NYFA
The 12-Week Intensive Game Design Workshop is designed to impart creative and technical skills and knowledge in game development. Students learn to use relevant game design technologies, including Github, Adobe Creative Suite, Maya, Bitbucket, HTML, and more.
Workshop Description
The Intensive Game Coding Workshop meets Monday through Friday, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for 12 weeks. Students learn from a faculty of working, expert game industry programmers who mentor each student in a hands-on and immersive studio environment. The workshop focuses on learning the Unity platform, Unreal Engine, and C# scripting language.
Game School Alumni
Notable alumni include Daniela Lobo Dias, a Visual Effects Artist, Director, and Writer.
Projects
Each student builds a portfolio and receives one-on-one mentoring over the course of the twelve weeks.
Locations
This workshop is not offered in 2023. Please see the Game Design School page for more programs.
Game Design
NYFA Game Design Faculty: Interview with Brandii Grace
Media Arts, 3D Animation, Academic Programs, Game Design
New York Film Academy Named Top 25 School for Game Design & Animation
Academic Programs, Guest Speakers, Game Design
Masters of Game Design Series: Exploding Kittens Creator Elan Lee Shares His Story with NYFA
Academic Programs, Guest Speakers, Game Design
Masters of Game Design Series: Bill Roper Talks Games With NYFA
Faculty Highlights, Academic Programs, Game Design, Community Highlights
New York Film Academy (NYFA) Game Design Presents 'Death Stranding' Game Deconstruction Dinner
Academic Programs, Guest Speakers, Game Design
New York Film Academy (NYFA) Welcomes Veteran Game Developer Tony Barnes
Academic Programs, Game Design
New York Film Academy Game Design (NYFA) Welcomes Disney Imagineer Jonathan Ackley
Academic Programs, Guest Speakers, Game Design
New York Film Academy (NYFA) Game Design Welcomes Veteran Writer & Game Designer John Zuur Platten
Academic Programs, Virtual Reality, Student & Alumni Spotlights, Game Design
New York Film Academy (NYFA) Game Design Alum Guillermo Quesada Helps Develop The Lion King VR Set
Academic Programs, Guest Speakers, Game Design
New York Film Academy Game Design (NYFA) Welcomes Insomniac Games President Ted Price
Game Design
Student Showcase
Please note: Equipment, curriculum, and projects are subject to change and may vary depending on location. Students should consult the most recently published campus catalog for the most up-to-date curriculum.
Tuition and Fees
All tuition costs and fees are listed in USD and are subject to change. Tuition prices and fees are only guaranteed one semester at a time and are subject to increase or decrease. Please find estimated total tuition for all programs here, and an explanation of NYFA institutional fees here.
BPPE
The New York Film Academy is approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). "Approval" or "approval to operate" means that the institution is compliant with the minimum standards contained in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of Title 5 of the California Code of Education.