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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.

Colleges Offering a Major in Graphic Design

Top 8 Michigan Colleges with the highest percentage of Graphic Design among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
 International Academy of Design and Technology
Troy, MI
 33
(44.6%)
Open Admissions$16,080 
Saginaw Valley State University
University Center, MI
 29
(2.5%)
Less Selective$14,891 
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI
 5
(1.5%)
Moderately Selective$19,940 
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Madonna University
Livonia, MI
 5
(0.8%)
Less Selective$12,430 
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
 28
(0.8%)
Moderately Selective$22,590 
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI
 13
(0.7%)
Moderately Selective$15,900 
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
 20
(0.5%)
Less Selective$18,420 
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
 1
(0.0%)
Highly Selective$33,069 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.