Guest Post: Graphic Design Schools

Hello everyone. I love today's guest post because I just got my Associate's Degree in Web Design this month! I went to the Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online. Can't say I can recommend it 100%. I hope this article sheds some light on some more options for you if you consider getting a degree in Graphic Design. After you read it... feel free to view my portfolio here and tell me what you think! Also available for blog design too.

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Graphic Design School

Graphic designers are in high demand. And why wouldn’t they be? They are needed in the fields of advertising, publishing, film, magazines, and design studios. And for those who are artistic and creative, what better way to put those skills to good use! As of 2004, there were 228,000 jobs for graphic designers available, and those numbers and jobs just keep growing. But to become a graphic designer, and be hired by a prestigious company, you need formal education - usually a BA in graphic design. There are many different graphic design programs, (some of which are on-line), that teach art, computer skills, graphics, website design, and print publication. Students should choose which school is best for them, making sure it offers a program that can transform their unique talents into marketable skills.

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The blog Rate my professor provides a list of schools that students can choose from if they are seeking an education in graphic design. There are different schools listed in various geographical areas. A short description is available for each, to see if it meets a person’s needs.

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One such school is the Santa Fe University of Art and Design. This school has courses that combine theory with practical experience. Santa Fe University has the latest techniques, tools, and mediums available, and it focuses on real-world projects, collaborative endeavors, and client-satisfaction.

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Another quality graphic design school that is listed and described on Rate myprofessor is the California College of the Arts. This school was founded in 1907 and is for people that want to “make art that matters”. California College of the Arts hopes to prepare students for lifelong creative work by combining practice with critical study.

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The Rhode Island School of Design was established in 1877 and is one of the oldest and most well-known colleges for art and design in the United States. The location is ideal for many arts students, as it has rich scenery and a vibrant art scene in the community. This school offers a studio-based education to “prepare its students and the broader community to be creative and responsive to the needs of a global society.”

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The College for Creative Studies is located in Detroit and is a leading college for art and design. Like the Rhode Island School of Design, the location of the campus itself offers a wonderful atmosphere for art students. The school attempts to nurture “the creativity that is vital to the enrichment of modern culture.”

--> The Southwest University of Visual Arts has two campuses. One is in Tucson, Arizona, while the other is in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The university is proud of the fact that its graduates now work for famous companies such as Disney, CNN, and Nike. This school has state-of-the-art computer technology and a curriculum that meets the needs of a competitive marketplace. The school pays attention to social and technological changes, altering its curriculum as needed. 

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In Poulsbo, Washington is the Northwest College of Art. This school was founded in 1982 and already has a rich reputation. The focus of the Northwest College of Art is on technical skills, creative logic, and original concepts. Students who graduate do so with a professional portfolio and an appreciation of experimentation. The scenery of this campus can inspire artists, as it is surrounded by the Olympic Mountain Range and Liberty Bay.

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Companies still hire business and accounting students, but they need graphic designers just as much. People with unique skills in designing graphics, logos, layouts, and images are needed by companies all over the world. A degree in graphic design can help start an amazing professional career.