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Graphic Design

A graphic design degree can launch a fulfilling career where you can balance your artistic creativity with the ability to make a living. Graphic designers create the layout and design of magazines, advertisements, brochures, newspapers, and websites. One interesting specialization in graphic design is branding, which is the creation of the logos, color schemes, and all other graphical elements that express a corporation's identity. Another is packaging design, where the containers for retail products are created with an eye toward attracting attention, enhancing branding, and delivering essential information as quickly as possible.

If, like many creative people, you tend to be an independent person who enjoys working in quiet solitude, you may find a graphic arts degree the perfect start to a career where you can work as an independent contractor, enjoying the autonomy of a day spent in your private studio, emerging only for presentations to clients. The more sociable graduates of graphic design degree programs can be found working as members of the creative team at an advertising or web design agency, where they gain inspiration from the camaraderie and competition. Whether you work solo or on a team, deadlines will be a constant part of your work, and you need to be a person who can meet them without a lot of outside pressure. Despite the occasional stress, a graphic arts degree can bring you the perfect marriage of self-expression and self-sufficiency as it propels you into an exciting career where art and business coexist profitably.

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University of Phoenix

At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.

Programs Offered:

BS in Information Technology-Multimedia and Visual Comm

Campus Locations:

Rancho Cordova, CA

DeVry University

Five colleges of study. One clear focus: Your career success.
Earn the respect of employers with a degree you can earn on campus, online or both.

Programs Offered:

Associate - Web Graphic Design
Bachelor's - Multimedia Design and Development

Campus Locations:

Bakersfield, CA

Sherman Oaks, CA

The Art Institutes

The Art Institutes system of schools offers a range of master's, bachelor's, and associate's degree programs, as well as diploma and certificate programs specializing in the creative and applied arts. We also offer a variety of online, evening, and weekend learning options, so there's an education solution to fit your schedule. And our professional-grade technology can give you the practical skills to match your ideashelping you transform your creative energy into a fulfilling career.

Programs Offered:

Graphic Design (AS)
Graphic Design (BS)
Web Design and Interactive Media (AS)
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Campus Locations:

San Francisco, CA

San Bernardino, CA

North Hollywood, CA

Santa Monica, CA

California College San Diego

California College San Diego (CCSD) offers degree programs in Medical Specialties, Respiratory Therapy, Healthcare Administration, Business Management and Accounting, Computer Technology and Networking, Computer Programming, and Computer Science. Online programs are offered by our affiliated college, Stevens-Henager College, Salt Lake City/Murray.

Programs Offered:

Bachelor of Science in Graphic Arts (Online)
Associate of Applied Science in Graphic Arts (Online)
Bachelor of Science in Web Design and Development
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Campus Locations:

National City, CA

Platt College

Turn your talents into a career at nationally recognized and accredited Platt College.

Programs Offered:

Graphic Design Diploma
Graphic Design Associate of Arts Degree
Visual Communication - 2D Print
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Carrington College California

Ready for a rewarding career? Start with a certificate or degree from Carrington College California.

Programs Offered:

Certificate in Graphic Design
AS in Graphic Design

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Laurus College

Get started on your career with Laurus College.

Programs Offered:

Web Design Certificate Program
3D Animation Certificate Program

Campus Locations:

Santa Maria, CA

San Luis Obispo, CA

Mt. Sierra College

Take your career to the next level with Mt. Sierra College.

Programs Offered:

Media Arts & Design: Concentration in Graphic Design
Media Arts & Design: Concentration in Multimedia Arts & Design
Media Arts & Design: Concentration in Game Arts & Design
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Intercoast Colleges

Get your career started with Intercoast Colleges.

Programs Offered:

Multimedia Specialist

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Cogswell Polytechnical College

Get a job you love with an education from Cogswell Polytechnical College.

Programs Offered:

Digital Arts Engineering
Digital Art & Animation

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