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Graphic design has moved from the artist's table to the computer. Digital graphic artists create online and printed layouts for newspapers, magazines, web sites, and advertising. Develop your skills in typography, prepress layouts, and advertising and marketing, and prepare yourself for a career where your work really shows.

After you graduate, you'll be eligible for a position at an advertising agency, printing company, or graphics design firm.

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Do you have that discerning eye that notices type treatments on commercials, or perhaps become envious over a great-looking chair? In design, you will create the interesting visuals that have an impact in our everyday lives. Get prepared to study programs such as graphic design, industrial design or interior design at The Art Institutes. Launch your creative career with The Art Institutes advantage.

Programs Include: Advanced Graphic Design, Digital Design, Design Visualization, Graphic Design, Graphic Design & Foundation for Design, Illustration, Visual Arts and Visual Communications

Locations: The Art Institutes has multiple locations in the US and Canada. Programs vary by location, and are subject to change without notice.

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American Career Institute Graphics and Web Design certificate provides a foundation for a career in digital media. The program focuses on graphics design theory, along with the design skills and tools used in the profession.

Learn more about the Digital Media Programs at American Career Institute in Columbia, Maryland and Braintree, Cambridge, Framingham, Springfield and Woburn, Massachusetts

American InterContinental University Online helps students develop their creative thinking and design skills with its Visual Communications/Digital Design bachelor's degree program. Designed for students with an associate's degree, the program includes coursework in corporate identity development, visual communication theory, multimedia, and web design.

Get more information on the Visual Communications - Digital Design degree from American InterContinental University Online

American InterContinental University has Associate and Bachelor degree programs in Visual Communications. After learning the foundations of graphics design, students can take elective courses in the areas that interest them, including photography, illustration, multimedia design, or animation. During their education, students develop a portfolio of their work that can be used to gain employment after graduation. * The associate's degree is only offered in Georgia.

Find out more about the Visual Communications degree from American InterContinental University in Weston, Florida; Atlanta, Georgia; and Houston, Texas

Antonelli College teaches graphic design skills by giving students real-world design projects to complete as they learn the skills critical to a design career. Beginning with fundamental training in drawing, color theory, and typography, students take courses in computer graphics, studio design, production illustration, and corporate design.

Find out more about the Graphic Design associate degree from Antonelli College, in Jackson, Mississippi and Cincinnati, Ohio

The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division offers Associate and Bachelor's degrees in Graphic Design that are taken entirely over the Internet. In the online programs, students learn basic design skills, such as color and typography, and then develop their problem solving, creative, and technical skills as they use digital equipment and software.

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Bauder College teaches students the latest graphic design practices using state of the art technology with its Associate of Arts degree in Graphic Design. Professional designers guide students in four main areas, including design fundamentals, computer skills, studio skills, plus general education classes.

Find out more about the Associate degree in Graphic Design from Bauder College in Atlanta, Georgia

Bradford School teaches the principles of graphic design in its 16 month Associate degree program. Students receive hands-on experience using programs including Photoshop, PageMaker, and Illustrator on the Macintosh. Coursework includes drawing and typography, desktop publishing, and electronic layout and design. By graduation, students have developed a portfolio that can be used to obtain their first job.

Get more information on the graphic design program from Bradford School in Columbus, Ohio

Learn more about the graphic design program from Bradford School in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Briarcliffe College graphic design programs give students a chance to explore a wide range of design techniques for different types of media. Students gain hands on experience with computer applications used to create print designs, web designs, multimedia and animation. The Associate degree provides an overview of visual communications skills, while the Bachelor program, offered only at the Bethpage campus, lets students explore specific technologies in depth.

Get more information on the graphic design degrees from Briarcliffe College in Bethpage and Patchogue, New York

Brooks Institute Graphic Design degree program explores the evolving world of visual communications as it meets today's new digital technology. In addition to studying the traditional principles of 2 and 3 dimensional modeling, typography, and layout, students learn electronic and web design skills.

Learn more about the bachelor degree program in Graphic Design from Brooks Institute in Santa Barbara, California

Brown College offers an Associate degree program in Visual Communications, with concentrations in animation, multimedia or graphic design. The 18 month program includes traditional and computer based design courses using current software used in the design industry. General education courses broaden the graduate's perspective. The school offers a Bachelor of Visual Communications, with majors in Graphic Design, Animation, or Multimedia. Through hands-on projects, students learn to develop solutions to complex design problems.

Get more information on the Visual Communications degrees from Brown College in Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Coleman University teaches students creative thinking and design skills, along with technical knowledge of the applications and techniques used in the graphic design field. Both the Bachelor and Associate degree programs in Computer Graphic Design Technology teach digital composition and imaging, electronic layout, and web design skills. The Bachelor degree adds business and communications skills training.

Learn more about the degrees in Computer Graphic Design Technology at Coleman University in San Marcos and San Diego, California

CollegeAmerica uses a combination of online and classroom training in its Associate degree in Graphic Arts. The program teaches foundation principles in graphic design, and develops the graduate's skills in printed and online design. The program includes training in applications including Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and Flash.

Find out more about the Graphic Arts degree from CollegeAmerica, in Colorado Springs, Denver, and Fort Collins Colorado, and Cheyenne, Wyoming

Collins College associate degree program in Graphic Design includes courses covering basic skills in graphic design. Students develop their creative and technical skills from concept to final production.

Get more information on the Graphic Design associate degree from Collins College in Phoenix, Arizona

Colorado Technical University teaches students to solve problems in commercial design with its Associate degree in Visual Communications. Students develop a strong foundation in graphic design, including typography, color, and drawing skills, and use current computer applications to digital images and computer illustrations.

Find out more about the Associate degree in Visual Communications at Colorado Technical University in Colorado Springs, Denver, and Westminster (Denver North), Colorado

Digital Media Arts College offers Bachelor and Master's degree programs in graphic design. Students in the Bachelor program get hands on training using state of the art equipment in design techniques, including desktop publishing and web page design. Master's degree courses include packaging design, design management, and advertising.

Get more information on the Graphics Design degrees from Digital Media Arts College in Boca Raton, Florida

Globe University prepares you to become a designer in online media, including the web and video, or offline media, including newspapers and direct mail with its associate degree in Interactive Media and Graphic Design. Courses include color theory, page layout, digital imaging and typography.

Find out more about the Interactive Media and Graphic Design degree from Globe University in Woodbury, Minnesota and Eau Claire, Green Bay and Madison, Wisconsin

Hesser College provides training in traditional and computerized design skills with its Associate degree in Graphic design. The program provides training on color basics, illustration and typography. Students learn desktop publishing and graphics applications, such as Quark Express and Adobe Illustrator on both the PC and Mac platforms. The program also teaches conceptual skills in marketing and advertising design, and includes liberal studies to broaden the graduate's experience.

Get more information on the Graphics Design degree from Hesser College, with campuses in Manchester and Nashua, New Hampshire

Hickey College offers a 16 month degree program in graphics design. The program starts with basic design principles, including drawing, illustration, typography and color theory. Later coursework in desktop publishing, page layout and production allows students to use the principles they have learned, and develop a portfolio that can be shown to potential employers.

Find out more about the graphics design program at Hickey College in St. Louis, Missouri

The International Academy of Design and Technology offers Associate and Bachelor degree programs in Visual Communications. The programs help the student relate the traditional design concepts of layout, type and color to the new computer driven graphics applications. By providing instruction in both the conventional and electronic design mediums, the student receives a well rounded education.

Learn more about the Visual Communications degrees at the International Academy of Design and Technology in Chicago and Schaumburg, Illinois, Las Vegas, Nevada, Sacramento, California and Seattle, Washington

The International Academy of Design and Technology - Orlando Associate and Bachelor degree programs in Computer Graphics help students relate the traditional design concepts of layout, type and color to the new computer driven graphics applications. With instruction in both the conventional and electronic design mediums, graduates are prepared for their new career. *

Get more information on the Computer Graphics degree programs from the International Academy of Design and Technology - Orlando

International Academy of Design and Technology Online can help you develop your skills in the areas of digital imaging, digital illustration, and more. The associate degree program teaches the design fundamentals of color, type, and layout, and applies them in the design of packaging, print, and web design. The bachelor's program provides advanced training in 3D animation, branding, and advertising.

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International Business College teaches you the theory and practice of graphic design. Coursework includes hands on experience with common computer graphics applications. You can receive an Associate degree in 16 months.

Get more information on the Graphics Design program available at International Business College - Ft. Wayne, Indiana

Get more information on the Graphic Design program available at International Business College - Indianapolis, Indiana

King's College offers training in visual communications and graphics design. The degree program teaches the theory and practice of design for both traditional printed media and the Internet.

Learn more about the Graphic Design program available from King's College in Charlotte, North Carolina

Louisville Technical Institute teaches students the latest techniques in graphic design, including desktop publishing, animation, multimedia, and video in its 18 month Associate degree program in Graphic Design. Courses include Digital Imaging, Web Design, and 3-D Modeling.

Get more information about the Associate degree in Graphic Design from Louisville Technical Institute in Kentucky

Penn Foster College offers a home study course in graphic design that uses Adobe Illustrator to teach design principles, including color, typography, electronic publishing, and web design.

Get more information on the Graphic Design home study Associate degree from Penn Foster College

Pittsburgh Technical Institute prepares students for positions designing printed and online graphic projects with its 24 month Associate degree in Graphic Design. Students learn color theory, typography, and illustration techniques, along with advertising, corporate design, and project development skills.

Get more information on the Associate degree in Graphic Design from Pittsburgh Technical Institute in Oakdale, Pennsylvania

Platt College degree and diploma programs in graphics design can get you on your way to a career in printed or online media. Both the diploma and degree programs cover basic topics like design, color and typography. Students learn desktop publishing and photo manipulation using computer graphics programs, as well as vector graphics and Internet/Web design. Coursework on multimedia includes 3D modeling, video editing, and interactive design applications. The degree program also includes studies in the social sciences and humanities.

Find out more about the graphic design program from Platt College in Los Angeles and Ontario, California

Remington College Digital Graphic Arts degree program provides the training you need in desktop publishing, package design and computer graphics. As you develop your skills, you'll create a portfolio that can help you land your first job in your new career.

Get more information on the Associate degree program in Digital Graphic Arts from Remington College in Fort Worth, Texas

Sanford-Brown Institute prepares students for a career in advertising, marketing, or publishing. Students are taught the computer skills and software applications used in the graphics design industry. Additional coursework includes communication and personal skills needed to jump start their careers. *

Get complimentary information on the Associate Degree in Graphic Design program from Sanford-Brown Institute in Melville, New York

South University teaches graduates to communicate visually with its associate and bachelor's degree programs in Graphic Design. The associate degree includes training in digital layout, web design, and typography, and prepares graduates for entry-level positions. The bachelor's degree program provides an in-depth look at advanced design concepts, including advertising illustration, print production and electronic publishing.

Get more information on the Graphic Design programs at South University in Columbia, South Carolina

Southwest Florida College Digital Design degree program teaches skills in desktop publishing, web page design, and computer illustration techniques. Starting with basic design skills including drawing and typography, the program provides additional training in applications including Adobe Flash, Illustrator and Photoshop, until the student is able to create a professional portfolio as a capstone project.

Find out more about the Associate degree in Digital Design from Southwest Florida College in Tampa and Ft. Myers, Florida

Spencerian College Associate degree in Computer Graphic Design teaches skills in animation, desktop publishing, multimedia, and video using state of the art equipment. Courses include Web design, 3D Modeling, and digital illustration. Get your degree in 18 months of day classes, or 24 months in the evening program.

Get more information about the Computer Graphic Design degree from Spencerian College in Lexington, Kentucky

Stevens-Henager College uses a combination of online and classroom training to teach graphic design, web page design, and desktop publishing in its Associate of Occupational Sciences degree in Graphic Arts. Students learn computer applications, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash and GoLive, as they create animations, digital video, and web pages.

Find out more about the Graphic Arts Associate degree from Stevens-Henager College, with a campus in Boise, Idaho, and four campuses in Utah

Western Career College Graphics Design Associate and certificate programs introduce the student to computer graphics, digital imaging, and desktop publishing, along with web design and multimedia. The Associate degree adds additional experience and training.

Learn more about the graphic design programs at Western Career College in Emeryville and San Jose, California

Westwood College gives you the technical and managerial skills to create and produce a variety of graphic design projects, from printed collateral to online media. The Bachelor degree program in Visual Communications presents key concepts in graphic design, and teaches you Adobe Photoshop and other applications to create designs and layouts. Courses in project management, organizational behavior, and other general education topics help you develop your critical thinking and management skills so that you can conduct market research and planning.

Learn more about the Bachelor's degree in Visual Communications from Westwood College, online and at campuses in Atlanta, Georgia; metro Chicago, Illinois; Dallas Ft. Worth and Houston, Texas, Southern California and Annandale and Arlington, Virginia

Wood Tobé-Coburn School offers a 12 month diploma or 16 month degree program in Graphic Design. Students explore the many facets of visual communications, including print and online projects.

Get more information on the Graphic Design diploma program at Wood Tobé-Coburn School in New York City

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