Major Overview for Graphic Design

Colleges Browse Illinois Majors Visual and performing arts Graphic Design

Overview for Graphic Design A program that prepares individuals to apply artistic and computer techniques to the interpretation of technical and commercial concepts. Includes instruction in computer-assisted art and design, printmaking, concepts sketching, technical drawing, color theory, imaging, studio technique, still and life modeling, communication skills and commercial art business operations. Careers for Graphic Design Majors A major in Graphic Design is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided. Art Directors - $88,510 Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary - $65,030 Artists and Related Workers, All Other Graphic Designers - $46,750 Multi-Media Artists and Animators - $62,380 Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers - $26,090

Top 7 Illinois Colleges with the highest percentage of Graphic Design among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

Add	Info	College Name	Degrees Awarded/ Percentage	Selectivity	Tuition
		Robert Morris College Chicago, IL	86 (9.7%)
		International Academy of Design and Technology Chicago, IL	27 (6.8%)
		Columbia College Chicago Chicago, IL	83 (4.5%)
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		Judson University Elgin, IL	13 (4.1%)
		Bradley University Peoria, IL	17 (1.4%)
		University of Illinois at Chicago Chicago, IL	27 (0.8%)
		University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL	28 (0.4%)
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.