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Eastern New Mexico State
Offers undergraduate degree programs in art with programs focused on graphic design and interdisciplinary art.
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Descriptions and links to graphic design colleges and universities throughout the country provided by about.com.
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Herron School of Art
Provider of a visual communication program that begins in the sophomore year leading to mastery of technical and conceptual design skills.
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Indiana University
Offers both graduate and undergraduate degrees in graphic design. Acceptance to advanced undergraduate program is granted after two years of general graphic design study.
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Louisiana Tech University
Offers an undergraduate degree in graphic design through its School of Art.
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Maine College of Art
Offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in graphic design and media arts, with an emphasis on photography, printmaking and drawing.
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Maryland Institute
Institute provides a program in graphic design under the direction of the College of Art.
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Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in graphic design with the majority of courses in the studio.
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Montana State University Bozeman
The School of Art offers courses leading to a bachelor's degree with an emphasis in graphic design.
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Murray State University
The Department of Art offers courses leading to a bachelor's degree with an emphasis in graphic design.
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New Mexico State University
The College of Arts and Sciences offers courses leading to a bachelor's degree with an emphasis in graphic design.
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North Carolina State University
The School of Design offers courses leading to bachelor's and master's degrees.
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Northern Arizona University
The School of Communication offers courses leading to a bachelor's degree in fine arts, with an emphasis in graphic design and visual communication.
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Pacific Northwest College of Art
The Design Arts Department offers curricula in graphic design and illustration to train students in print and electronic graphics.
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Portfolio Center
Art school with advertising, illustration, design and photography departments. The design school program can be completed in two years.
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Purdue University
The School of Design and Art offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Arts, with an emphasis on visual communications design.
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Radford University
The Department of Art offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a concentration in graphic design.
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Rutgers University
The Fine Arts Department offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Arts, with a concentration on graphic design.
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Savannah College of Art & Design
The College of Arts and Design offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Arts, with a concentration on graphic design.
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The School of Visual Concepts
Offers ten-week night classes on graphic design. Also offers computer-based classes.
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The Yale University School of Art
The School of Art offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a concentration on graphic design.
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Towson University
The Art Department offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Science in Studio Art, with a concentration on visual communications and graphic design.
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University of Arkansas
The Art Department offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art, with a concentration on graphic design and illustration.
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University of Georgia
The School of Art offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a concentration in graphic design.
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University of Hawaii at Manoa
The Department of Art offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Arts, with a concentration in graphic design.
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University of Houston
The Department of Art offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a concentration in graphic communication.
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University of Idaho
The Department of Art offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Fine Arts.
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University of Maryland Baltimore County
The Visual Arts Department offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Arts, with a concentration in graphic design.
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University of Nebraska Lincoln
The Department of Art and Art History offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a concentration in graphic design and illustration.
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University of Notre Dame
The Department of Art, Art History and Design offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Arts, with a concentration in graphic design.
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University of Texas
The Department of Art and Art History offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design.
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University of Washington
The School of Art offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Fine Arts, with a concentration in visual communication.
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West Virginia University
The College of Creative Arts offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a concentration in graphic design.
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Art Institutes International
Network of schools with creative education programs in design, media arts, culinary, fashion & business.
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Al Collins Graphic Design School
Tempe, Arizona school providing education in visual communications including graphic design, web design, production, interactive multimedia, computer network administration & local area networks.
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University of Connecticut
The School of Fine Arts offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art, with a concentration on graphic design.
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University of Delaware
The Department of Art offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a concentration in graphic design and illustration.
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University of North Texas
The School of Visual Arts offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a concentration in communication design.
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University of Utah
The Department of Art and Art History offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a concentration in graphic design.
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Auburn University
Department of Art at Auburn University providing programs for liberal arts, studio art and graphic design.
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Brooks Institute of Photography
Santa Barbara, California school of photography.
www.brooks.edu
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Louisiana State University
School of Design offers fine arts undergraduate and graduate degrees with an emphasis in graphic design.
www.design.lsu.edu
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Portland State University
The School of Fine and Performing Arts offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Arts, with an emphasis in graphic design.
www.fpa.pdx.edu
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School of Industrial Design (Canada)
Carleton University in Ottawa, Ontario.
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Boise State University
Art department offering bachelor of fine arts degrees in art education, graphic design, illustration and visual art.
www.idbsu.edu
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Lyndon State College
Provides a degree program in graphic arts through its Fine and Performing Arts College.
www.lsc.vsc.edu
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Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
Offers degrees in design, with an emphasis on communication design.
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Northern Kentucky University
The Department of Art offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Arts, with an emphasis in graphic design.
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Parsons School of Design
New York, New York-based school offering programs in visual arts including art, design, architecture, advertising & photography; owned by New School University.
www.parsons.edu
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Rhode Island School of Design
Providence, Rhode Island school of design.
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US Graphic Design Schools 
Schools and universities offering programs in graphic design and visual communications in the US. Web site also contains message boards, award competitions and web polls.
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University of Wisconsin-Stout
The College of Arts and Sciences offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a concentration in graphic design.
www.uwstout.edu
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Watkins Institute - College of Art & Design
Nashville, Tennessee school offering programs in photography, graphic design, fine arts, interior design & film.
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Guide to Graphic Design Education and Training News and Trends

Keep up with the ever-changing field of graphic design training

By Katherine Kay


Graphic design education is a broad field and covers many different sets of expertise. Logos, branding, the design of street signs and the words and design on the outside of an airplane all fall under graphic design. New software technologies and the Internet have changed the landscape of graphic design. Rarely do you see the creative director or art director (all names for graphic designers) sketching out ideas in detail with a pad and paper. Everything has gone to the computer. Cartography, computer-aided-design (CAD), advertising, multimedia and web design all assist the modern graphic designer.

You can find graphic design education and training in colleges and universities or you can get a journalism degree that emphasizes design. Looking for good sources of news and trends for graphic design training is not difficult. Consider the following points when looking for news and trends about graphic designer training:

1. Keep up to date with changes in graphic design schools by reading news and articles.

2. Visit or join graphic art design associations and societies for professional news that makes a difference.

3. Tap into the latest online graphic design education and training news and trends for info on logos and website design.

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Read about news and trends for graphic design programs and schools

Find out good schools to attend or the latest in design trends online with forums and graphic design sites that make it their business to keep up with what is happening in the field.

I recommend: Look to Adobe for design schools and education. They are perceptive to the latest trends and post timely articles and news about graphic design. Design-training.com also provides up-to-the-minute information about design education, employment and online graphic design topics.

Go online with a graphic designer education and training society or organization for your news

Sometimes the best place to find the latest news in your field is to tap into the pool of professional members of official organizations and groups in your field. Graphic designers have a number of organizations posting articles and news about the field.

I recommend: AIGA is a professional organization for design that regularly posts articles about the graphic art and design field. Go to EServer TC Library for a long list of organizations in graphic design.

Look at graphic designer education websites for news on logos, branding and website design

The following web links are as good as any online graphic design courses in keeping your finger on the pulse of the industry. Read these latest posts from those in the trenches and find out what is on these graphic design experts' minds. Learn about graphic web design and find forums, news and articles.

I recommend: Read articles and news to find out what you need to know about specialty trends and training at the Graphic Design School Review. AG Design offers a forum, links to articles and all kinds of goodies to keep you up-to-the-minute on graphic art design training. They especially have good info about graphic web design.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

  • •  Do your research and go to the forums. Find out what other students and professionals are saying about graphic design schools and courses before putting a lot of money into any programs.

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Guide to Graphic Design Education and Training

Where to get the graphic design training that's right for you

By Nikki Wheeler


A career in graphic design can be an exciting and lucrative one. It allows you to express yourself in creative ways at the same time as challenging you with new technology. As a graphic designer, you can find yourself working in many industries such as advertising, education, entertainment, web design or journalism.

In order to have the best chance at a promising career it is important that you get the proper graphic design education and training.

When considering a career in graphic design you need to:

  1. Obtain graphic designer education and training.
  2. Choose the institution that is right for you.
  3. Concentrate on gaining valuable experience.


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Find graphic design schools that offer Bachelor's degrees

A university with graphic design degree programs is going to provide you with the best, most complete and well-rounded education you can get. A university can also provide you with internships, job placement and other tools needed upon graduation.

I recommend: Have a look at graphic design programs offered at the Art Institute of Cincinnati, the University of Phoenix, or Brooks Institute.

Get an Associate's degree in graphic design at a community college

Many community colleges offer programs in graphic design. A two-year program gives you experience, an internship and job placement as well. A community college is cheaper in price and more accommodating to working adults.

I recommend: Find a local community college at Community College Web or Community College USA.

Go to a technical school to get graphic designer education and training

A technical school provides training that is more concentrated in preparation for the workforce immediately. Graphic design training programs may be a short as two weeks, or as long as two years.

I recommend: Search for technical graphic design schools at Technical Schools Guide or ACTE Online.

Get internships in the field while in school

An internship gives you valuable hands-on experience in a real working environment. Some internships are paid, but most are not. Do an internship during summer breaks while in college.

I recommend: Find an internship at AllGraphicDesign.com or ArtsOpportunities.org.

Find online graphic design courses

Online graphic design schools may generally not be as credible as bricks and mortar schools, but they are low-cost, easy access and effective. Most of the programs can be completed in your spare time at your own pace, but will give you the tools you need to success in graphic design.

I recommend: Earn one from the Art Institute Online, eLearners, University of Pheonix or from American InterContinental University Online.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

  • •  Apply for financial aid, which is available in every level of training.
  • •  Have a very professional, well-written resume.
  • •  Spend much time putting together a good quality portfolio featuring samples of your best work.

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Guide to Graphic Design Education and Training for Beginners

Discover the type of graphic designer education and training required for industry jobs

By Denise Ryan


If you’re seeking a job as a graphic designer for advertising, publications or media projects, it’s vital to hone your skills with formal graphic design education and training to discover industry trends, key tools and software and ways to visualize a client’s requests. Before embarking on a graphic design career, you may want to familiarize yourself with the educational requirements for securing a job with a publication or agency.

Discover information covering graphic design education and training for beginners that discusses the type, quality and amount of graphic designer training you’ll need to be marketable in the field. When looking for resources on graphic design education:
  1. Find information on graphic design careers online to determine the types of graphic designer education or graphic design degree programs that will qualify you for the job you want.
  2. Attend industry events to network with graphic design professionals to discover the best graphic design programs, graphic design schools and courses to prepare you for specific types of graphic design.
  3. Discover online graphic design courses or a graphic design college near you to answer specific graphic design education and training questions.

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Check out sites dedicated to graphic design to determine the graphic design training you'll need

By reading news articles and blogs on websites for graphic designers that discuss trend watches, projects and career descriptions, you'll not only be able to discover possible jobs, but also the graphic design training necessary to land them.

I recommend: A Digital Dreamer provides articles on such topics as graphic design classes, job options, schools and ways to turn your creative streak into a lucrative career. Discover everything from graphic design publications and supplies to a glossary of terms, graphic design techniques and education and employment opportunities through Graphic Design Info.

Network at graphic design trade events for information on popular graphic design courses

By joining a graphic design organization or attending conventions, seminars or mixers organized by industry associations, you'll get a feel for the graphic design degree programs and types of training that will benefit your career.

I recommend: Check the AIGA website for professional resources, graphic design education opportunities and social events to further your interests or let you network with other designers. AG Design provides resources for graphic designers such as business tips, blogs, a directory of events and a search engine to find the right graphic design course.

Research graphic design classes available through a graphic design institute near you

Once you've decided on the type of graphic design career you'd like to pursue and the education you'll require, find the right graphic design schools with graphic design programs to further those aspirations.

I recommend: Get more information on graphic design education and use the search engine at Graphic Designs Schools to search for an institution by state or specific school name. The site also features resources to find online educational opportunities. Find Your Art School features directories to help you discover a school or graphic design degree program based on location or type of program.

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Guide to Graphic Design Education and Training Key Terms

Learn graphic design education and training key terms when planning your graphic design career

By Rachel Davy, Writer/Editor


For those who are planning to receive an education in graphic design, it is vital to learn and understand the key terms for all of the various facets of a graphic design education. Whether you plan to work as a traditional illustrator or work with computer graphics, there are key terms for each discipline that describe every aspect of graphic design. Take the time to learn the key terms for graphic design education as you prepare to become a graphic designer.

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Typography

Typography is the craft of arranging type or fonts on a page so that they are visually appealing. Typographers design typefaces or fonts and use them in graphic design, printing and other aspects of publication.

I recommend: Brian Cray offers 8 helpful tips for typography on the web.

Composition

Composition is the placement of type, photographs, art and other visual elements on a page. There are many creative ways of using composition to add visual excitement to graphic design projects from using large bold type to the placement of art and images. Composition is a huge part of graphic design and it is a vital area of study for all graphic design students.

I recommend: Learn about the importance of composition in graphic design at Design Skills.

Desktop publishing

Desktop publishing is the ability to use computer software to layout and design a project. Those who work in desktop publishing must have knowledge of many aspects of graphic design including layout, typography and page composition. Those who choose to do this type of work must have a graphic design as well as computer background.

I recommend: Read information about the history of desktop publishing at Design Talk Board.

Visual hierarchy

Visual hierarchy includes arranging images or type on a page to give importance through contrast, styling and placement. Visual hierarchy grabs your attention with visual elements that create an impact.

I recommend: Gather information about visual hierarchy in graphic design at Graphic Design the Basics.

Package design

Package design is the ability to create exciting packages for products with fonts, art or photographic images. Package design includes everything from grocery store boxes, perfume boxes and paper bags. Graphic designers who work in package design learn how to use certain colors and patterns to draw consumer attention to product packaging. Package design is a specific area of study for graphic design students.

I recommend: Browse through the examples of package design at Abduzeedo.

Photo retouching

Photo retouching removes blemishes and problems and may also add new elements to photographs. Magazine publishers, newspaper publishers and editors use photo retouching for advertisements of models and celebrities as well as images of places and things.

I recommend: Read the overview of photo retouching and how it is used in graphic design at Go Freelance.

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