A Complete Design Education in Two Years
Based on Pratt’s Manhattan campus, the two-year Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) degree programs deliver the same number and level of art and design courses as a BFA program in half the time by eliminating gen-ed courses. Ours are the only solely design-focused AOS programs in the United States. Students are immersed in the studio from day one, beginning with foundational art and design courses that set the basis for advanced courses in collaboration, production, world-building, motion graphics, and more.
Career-Track Degree
This program is ideal for those considering a move into the game industry, offering advanced courses with a professional focus. Whether you are looking to work at a large studio, develop your own games top-to-bottom, or apply your skills to other industries, our curriculum is specially curated for those who want to gain the expert skills required to become a working game designer.
Where Our Alumni Work
Alums address critical challenges and create innovative work that reimagines our world at a diverse selection of companies and institutions as well as their own studios and businesses.
- Grant Ng, Imaginarium Studios
- Holly Welch, VoxPop Games
- Michael Hsu, Aspyr Media
- Brandon LeCadre, Naughty Dog
Gain Industry Experience Through Internships
Pratt has deep roots in the New York City art and design worlds, and our second-year AOS students gain invaluable real-world experience and connections through internships. Students have held internships in a range of organizations, from The Painting Center to Marvel Studios.
Learn on State-of-the-Art Tools and Facilities
You will have access to our cutting-edge hardware and software, sound recording facilities, and green screen room. You will also be loaned a top-tier computer as well as accompanying hardware and software to use during your time with us. Our excellent digital computing facilities are outfitted with state-of-the-art Apple and Windows/PC computer stations. These computers are loaded with top-of-the-line software, including Nuke, Maya, Houdini, Adobe Suite, Unreal, Adobe Substance Painter/Designer, ZBrush, Marvelous Designer, Unity, ProTools, and much more. Learning resources.
Sign Up For a Tour
Tour Pratt’s Associate Degree Department Manhattan headquarters to get a better feel for the close-knit, professional learning environment. Department Chair Susan Young personally leads every tour.
Outstanding Faculty Prepare You for the Professional World
As some of New York’s leading art and design experts, our faculty have a deep passion for teaching the next generation of creative professionals. They will prepare you to enter your chosen field with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to succeed.
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Laura Reyes Arias
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Natalie Mesnard
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Tori Smith
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Anila Jaho
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Joseph Pavelka
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Stuart Rentzler
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Camron Gonzalez
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Stephen Murphy
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A Supportive Environment
A strong focus on community and collaboration sets Pratt’s Associate Degree Department apart. Here, you join a tight-knit, supportive environment with intentionally small classes and personal attention from our outstanding faculty and staff.
Career Resources for Life
Students and alumni can schedule one-on-one appointments in Pratt’s Center for Career and Professional Development. These sessions pair you with a career strategist who can help develop your job/internship search strategies and life and business plans, as well as review résumés, cover letters, websites, and other marketing materials.
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