BS Virtual Technology and Design at University of Idaho

Programme overview

Design the experiences that shape how people learn, work, play and connect. Virtual Technology and Design (VTD) is a design-first program that prepares creative thinkers to imagine, design and build meaningful digital experiences. Video game design, virtual and augmented reality, digital twins, interactive simulations and production management are transforming how people learn, work, train and connect. University of Idaho's Bachelor of Science in virtual technology and design gives you the skills to help create them.

Faculty: College of Art and Architecture | Department: Department of Design and Environments | Duration: 4 years, 120 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Moscow, ID, United States

What you will study

The degree totals 120 credits. Required courses listed in the catalogue include VTD 1010 Introduction to Virtual Reality; ART 1210 Integrated Design Process; VTD 1510 Virtual World Building 1; VTD 1520 Virtual World Building 2; VTD 1530 Virtual World Building 3; VTD 1540 Virtual World Building 4.

Career pathways

You will be prepared for careers in immersive media, visualization, animation, simulation, production management and experience design. Related occupations listed for this programme include Software Developers; Video Game Designers; Special Effects Artists and Animators; Graphic Designers; Web Developers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-level admission applies to all undergraduate majors (no separate programme application): first-year applicants with a cumulative unweighted high-school GPA of 3.00 or higher are automatically considered and test scores are not required; applicants with a GPA of 2.60-2.99 must submit ACT or SAT scores or opt in to the Vandal Gateway Program; Idaho residents scoring 3 or higher on both the ISAT Math and Literacy tests are eligible regardless of GPA.

Entry terms: fall (August start), spring (January start) and summer (mid-May start). Fall 2027 applications are open and the university admits on a rolling basis.

First-year applicants apply through the University of Idaho application or the Common App. The application fee is $50 (nonrefundable) and is not required for Idaho residents. ACT or SAT scores are requested where available; first-year students with a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.00 or higher are automatically considered and test scores are not required.

International undergraduate applicants: rolling admission with no hard deadline; apply at least three months before the start date. Last day to apply: fall May 1, spring Oct. 1, summer March 1. The application fee is $50 USD, paid by credit or debit card in the application portal.

Law (JD): apply through the LSAC portal; the Fall 2027 application opens Sept. 1, 2026 and the final deadline is June 30, 2027. The application fee is $50 (waived through Jan. 15, 2027).

Apply through the official page: https://www.uidaho.edu/admissions-apply/first-year-students

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