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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 5 Minnesota Colleges with the highest percentage of Graphic Design among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
College of Visual Arts
Saint Paul, MN
 11
(34.4%)
Open Admissions$22,426 
 The Art Institutes International Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
 35
(18.2%)
Moderately Selective$21,652 
Northwestern College
Saint Paul, MN
 9
(1.8%)
Less Selective$22,420 
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Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Winona, MN
 5
(1.2%)
Less Selective$24,150 
Concordia College at Moorhead
Moorhead, MN
 5
(0.8%)
Less Selective$24,120 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.