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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here - DC doesn't want to go far so we're looking at schools in NE. What if one doesn't go to a school listed as a top game school. Do they still get jobs (in the field)?[/quote]

the game industry is very competitive. Nothing is guaranteed, even with a related degree from a top school.

What are your kid's interests and strengths? 
My kid is pretty artistic and interested in the field, and DC is  trying to develop CS background and enhance digital art skills.

The "game design" major is pretty niche and may vary from school to school. 
You will need to look at each school's curriculum to see what they offer.

My kid chose Northeastern because it offers a variety of options including a Game Design major itself. 
DC chose a combined major in Computer Science & Media Art. Some of DC's classmates chose CS and Game Development. 
Others who couldn't handle the CS coursework went for a Game Design major or Media Art major, and some minors in CS. 
Game Design majors typically take some watered-down, easier programming classes. 
In the end, you will need some programming/scripting skills, digital art skills, and a gaming background.

I have heard that some graduates with "game design" degrees from GMU or SCAD have gotten good jobs. 
I am not sure how common this is.  Sounds sort of risky to me. 
I am hoping that my kid can break into the field after graduation.

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