School Website Length to Graduate: 4 years Location: PA-Philadelphia Students per Class: 21-30 Tuition to Graduate: $86,400 Subject: Graphic Design

DESCRIPTION

The Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design degree program provides you with the opportunity to develop an understanding of color and composition, design and typography, and drawing board skills. As you progress through the program, you will be trained in creative problem solving and learn to offer solutions that are effective in the business world. This degree program also offers you an opportunity to develop advanced graphic design skills and focus additional studies in associated art and design areas. Emphasis is placed on learning skills and techniques of computer graphics, electronic imaging, and production.
By graduation, you will have acquired the training and portfolio necessary to interview for entry-level positions in advertising agencies, design studios, publishing houses, corporate communications departments, and television studios. Graduates work as production artists, graphic designers, assistant designers, assistant art directors, production coordinators, and computer artists.

ADVANTAGES

At The Art Institutes system of schools, you can find a variety of graphic design degree programs designed to help you build the skills you need to pursue entry-level opportunities in this diverse and exciting industry. You’ll use the same graphic design tools here in school, from computers to software to digital cameras, used by professionals in the industry. No matter what direction you want to pursue in the field of graphic design after school — from illustration to design management to visual and entertainment arts — we have a program that can help you pursue your goal. You can prepare for such entry-level positions as graphic designer, advertising designer, or computer artist, or even become your own boss as a freelancer. Look over the degree options for graphic design at our schools below. And see how The Art Institutes system of schools’ graphic design programs can help you design your future.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

In the Graphic Design program, you’ll study design, typography, and color theory. You’ll use industry-specific software to help you learn and create everything from logos and posters to packaging, Web sites, and corporate identity packages. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as advertising designer, computer artist, freelance artist, graphic designer, or layout artist.

FINANCIAL AID

You’re creative, and you want your creativity to make a real impact in the world. You’ve decided that a creative education is just what you want to get it all started.
But paying for an education can be challenging. That’s why The Art Institute of Philadelphia has dedicated staff and resources to help you identify the financial aid opportunities you may qualify for.
To apply for financial aid, you must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Once you have completed the FAFSA, a member of our Financial Services Team will work with you to develop a financial plan that suits your needs.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Each of The Art Institutes schools may offer various scholarships, awards, and grants every year to new and continuing students. Offers may be based on program of study, attendance, financial need, academic achievement, and community service credentials. Contact the Admissions Department to find out how to apply for these and other available regional and local scholarships, awards, and grants

CERTIFICATIONS

The Art Institute of Philadelphia is authorized by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education to confer the Bachelor of Science and Associate of Science degrees and Diplomas. The Department of Education can be reached by writing to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Education Office of Postsecondary and Higher Education, 333 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17126 or by telephone at 1.717.783.6788.
The Art Institute of Philadelphia is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award bachelor’s and associate’s degrees and diplomas. ACICS can be reached by writing to 750 First Street, NE, Suite 980; Washington, DC 20002-4241 or by telephoning 1.202.336.6780.
The Art Institute of Philadelphia is a Candidate for Accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 1.267.284.5000. Candidate status was granted in November 2007. Candidate for Accreditation is a status of affiliation with a regional accrediting commission, which indicates that an institution has achieved recognition and is progressing toward, but is not assured of, accreditation. It has provided evidence of sound planning, seems to have the resources to implement the plans, and appears to have the potential for obtaining its goals within a reasonable time.
The Associate of Science degree in the Culinary Arts program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation, Inc, Accreditation Commission (ACF). ACF can be reached by writing to 180 Center Place Way, Saint Augustine, Florida 32095 or by telephoning 1.800.624.9458.
The Bachelor of Science in Interior Design program meets all the qualifications for endorsement from the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA). NKBA can be reached by writing 687 Willow Grove Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 or by telephoning 1.800.843.6522.
The Art Institute is approved for the training of veterans and eligible veterans’ dependents, and authorized under federal law to enroll nonimmigrant, alien students.

SUMMARY

You will be trained in creative problem solving and learn to offer solutions that are effective in the business world. Emphasis is placed on learning skills and techniques of computer graphics, electronic imaging and production. By graduation, you will have acquired the training and portfolio necessary to interview for an entry-level position as a Production Artist, Graphic Designer, Computer Artist, Corporate Communications Coordinator and Assistant Art Director

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