<p>I'm looking to get into the field of Computer Programming, specifically into game programming. I was accepted to the Digipen Institute of Technology in Washington state but since I live on the East Coast and they don't have dorms it was to much a hassle. So what are some good schools and/or majors, preferably in the North East.</p>
<p>Good majors: Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering
Good Schools: Carnegie Mellon, MIT</p>
<p>Not sure what level of school you are looking for, but you can check out Champlain College in Vermont. They have had game design for a while and are offering game programming starting this fall.</p>
<p>Look into the University of Advancing Technology.</p>
<p>Here are some other schools to consider. Worcester Polytech, Stevens Institute of Technology, DePaul, Michigan State, UC Santa Cruz, and USC. They all have computer gaming/computer science programs. Also, Penn State and RPI, but I don't know much about their programs.</p>