Fees
AIE offers a range of options to help students manage the cost of education, including scholarships, financial aid, and payment plans for eligible students. Explore the information below and speak with our team to learn more about the support available to you.
Domestic Fees
Programs commencing in the Fall (August) 2027
| PROGRAM | YEAR 1 | YEAR 2 | GENERAL EDUCATION |
TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development - Game Art and Animation (4 Semesters Long) |
$28,000 | $28,000 | - | $56,000 |
| Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development - Game Programming (4 Semesters Long) |
$28,000 | $28,000 | - | $56,000 |
| Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development - Game Design and Production (4 Semesters Long) |
$28,000 | $28,000 | - | $56,000 |
| Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media - 3D Animation and VFX for Film (4 Semesters Long) |
$28,000 | $28,000 | - | $56,000 |
| Advanced Diploma in Filmmaking (4 Semesters Long) |
$28,000 | $28,000 | - | $56,000 |
| Associate in Occupational Studies (5 Semesters Long) This program is offered in:
|
$28,000 | $28,000 | $3,500 | $59,500 |
Domestic Fees
Programs commencing in the Fall Semester (August) 2026 and Spring Semester (January) 2027
| PROGRAM | YEAR 1 | YEAR 2 | GENERAL EDUCATION |
TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development - Game Art and Animation (4 Semesters Long) |
$28,000 | $28,000 | - | $56,000 |
| Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development - Game Programming (4 Semesters Long) |
$28,000 | $28,000 | - | $56,000 |
| Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development - Game Design and Production (4 Semesters Long) |
$28,000 | $28,000 | - | $56,000 |
| Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media - 3D Animation and VFX for Film (4 Semesters Long) |
$28,000 | $28,000 | - | $56,000 |
| Advanced Diploma in Filmmaking (4 Semesters Long) |
$28,000 | $28,000 | - | $56,000 |
| Associate in Occupational Studies (5 Semesters Long) This program is offered in:
|
$28,000 | $28,000 | $3,350 | $59,350 |
Programs commencing in the Fall Semester (August) 2025
| PROGRAM | YEAR 1 | YEAR 2 | GENERAL EDUCATION | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development - Game Art and Animation (4 Semesters Long) |
$26,800 | $26,800 | - | $53,600 |
| Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development - Game Programming (4 Semesters Long) |
$26,800 | $26,800 | - | $53,600 |
| Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development - Game Design and Production (4 Semesters Long) |
$26,800 | $26,800 | - | $53,600 |
| Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media - 3D Animation and VFX for Film (4 Semesters Long) |
$26,800 | $26,800 | - | $53,600 |
| Advanced Diploma in Filmmaking (4 Semesters Long) |
$26,800 | $26,800 | - | $53,600 |
| Associate in Occupational Studies (5 Semesters Long) This program is offered in:
|
$26,800 | $26,800 | $3,225 | $58,825 |
Please note:
- There is a $100 enrollment fee which applies toward tuition.
- Students are expected to supply their own transportation to and from the course.
- Students are not required to purchase any software, however if a student wishes to pursue completion of assignments at home they will be required to supply software as appropriate for the completion of course content.
Payment Plans
AIE appreciates that for many students payment of fees in full prior to the commencement of study can be difficult. For this reason, students may be offered the option of paying fees via a payment plan, which allows for students to pay their fees via installments. Please contact Lafayette Campus for more information about Payment Plans.
Scholarships
AIE offers scholarships to students. For more information, visit the Scholarships page.
Financial Aid
Students studying at AIE may be eligible for Financial Aid. Please visit the Financial Aid page or call the campus for more information.