Full Sail University Programs and Tuition

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By Mithan415

A big investment that can pay big dividends

Full Sail University of a private school which offers various programs in the commercial arts from music to film to video game design. The school is known for its focus on creative arts and can be a fast track alternative to a regular university. If you are a certain that you want a career in video games, film, music or web design then you should consider Full Sail University. Here are some of the benefits.

  • Focused Environment - When you go to a University, there are many distractions. However, Full Sail University will force you to focus on getting your degree. The school is designed around a few programs and there isn't the usual University side shows like frat houses and team sports to worry about. Also, you don't have to waste time on course work that is not relevant to your career pursuit.
  • Like minded students - Unlike a university, you are surrounded by creative types who can foster and inspire you idea. For instance, if you are a student director, you can make friends with a music student who can help you finish your film projects. This kind of collaboration can be very beneficial to you.
  • Great connections - Full Sail University can also help you with placement in various companies and groups. Of course, this is not a sure thing. However, you will have more connections at Full Sail University than a traditional University.

Programs and Tuition

Here are the programs and the tuitions for courses at Full Sail University (as of 2011). Full tuition includes textbooks, production materials and media.

Masters Degree

  • Entertainment Business - $32,800
  • Game Design - $29,500

Bachelors Degree

  • Computer Animation - $74,660
  • Digital Arts and Design - $74,275
  • Entertainment Business - $53,000
  • Film - $75,050
  • Game Art - $75,775
  • Game Development - $75,775
  • Music Business - $53,000
  • Recording Art - $72,775
  • Show Production - $72,775
  • Web Design and Development - $75,775

Associates Degree

  • Graphic Design - $36,775
  • Recording Engineering - $35,700

Wow. That's expensive. Are you nuts?!

That's probably the first thought that popped into your head after looking at those prices. However, put a couple of things into perspective. When you learn a specific trade such as digital arts, you are learning a specific trade that can fill an immediate need in Hollywood. Movies, TV shows, TV commercials need someone to handle digital aspects of production. And since your skill requires years of experience, they simply can't hire someone off the streets.

You should also take the opportunity to use a project at Full Sail as your calling card to the industry. For instance, if you are working in film, try to create a short that you can get into festivals and attract attention. Or, if you are working in game development, create a game that attracts sales in Apple's app store. Take your time in school as a chance to build your reputation and your personal brand.

While the tuition is high at Full Sail University, it is not that much more expensive that a four-year private school. You should only consider Full Sail if you know for certain you want to pursue a specific degree as a life long career. However, with hard work and creative thinking, you will have an excellent chance to go far with a degree from Full Sail University.

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ChristinCordle12 9 months ago

Informative hub!

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