Digipen Institute of Technology is a private institution that mainly focuses on computer-related applications like animation, game design, sound design, video game development, and computer engineering studies. It is known to be a research and development computer science institute. The computer engineering programme is recognised by the Accreditation Board for Technology and Engineering Inc. The institute has emerged at a rapid growth over the years. It began its classes with a 3D computer animation course in 1990. There are a total of 3,000 students at the institute. The academic curriculum of the institute comprises various courses like art, music & design, computer science and engineering. The students are taught by experienced faculty members. They also get an opportunity for an internship at the renowned universities under professionals. This gives them an extensive knowledge of the industry-related work.