Graphic Design | Western Technical College

Graphic Design

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Associate Degree

Program Number: 

102011

Credits: 

60.00
Financial Aid Eligible

Typical Start: 

Fall

Graphic designers have a passion for art, design, and high-impact visual communication. They also have excellent computer skills. Businesses and organizations depend on effective brand and marketing communications, including logos, signage, brochures, packaging, advertising, and website design.

Western’s Graphic Design program is well known as for its comprehensive approach to design education, teaching the fundamentals and skills in art, technology, advertising, and marketing to students like you. You’ll conceive, create, and produce designs for print and electronic media. First-year courses introduce graphic design industry software, typography, and design fundamentals. Second-year students apply and develop these skills in a unique, hands-on instructional setting that blends marketing and advertising concepts with design. The final semester is dedicated to portfolio development and career readiness.

Career opportunities include graphic designers and graphic artists with advertising agencies, printing companies, corporate marketing departments, publishers, and public relations firms. Opportunities also exist in web and app design. Some graphic designers work as freelancers. Your earning potential increases with extended and varied work experience.

Program instructors accept graphic design work from the public that fits with the topic they are covering in class. To apply for this service, complete the Graphic Design Request Form

Check out our student portfolios

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Estimated Program Costs

Estimated Program Cost

Graphic Design

This program will cost about $9,700* based on tuition and basic program fees. There may be additional fees for books, materials, and testing. For more information on tuition costs, visit the Tuition Page.

* Tuition and fees are subject to change.

Graduation Employment Stats

Graphic Design 2020-2021 Graduation Employment Stats

Graduates25
Graduates Responding8
Employed in Related Occupation1
Employed in Non-related Occupations1
Seeking Employment1
Continuing Education1
Not in Labor Market1

Salary Data - Related Employment

Part TimeFull Time
Responding01
Average Hours Per Week0
Median Hourly Wage
Hourly Wage Range
Median Annual Salary

Respondents in Related Occupations

  • Graphic Marketing, Production Associate, Respire Care Provider, Sales Associate, Stylist

Career Opportunities

Graphic Designer
Graphic Artist
Web Designer/Graphic Design
Marketing/& Design Coordinator
Production Artist
Jr. Web Developer

Program Outcomes

  • Living responsibly
  • Refining professionalism
  • Cultivating passion
  • Apply the principles of design to develop strategic marketing and communication products and services
  • Demonstrate proficiency in the use of design software, tools and technology
  • Implement creative solutions from concept through completion using a formal process
  • Apply effective legal and ethical business practices and project management skills
  • Communicate artwork rationale in formal and informal settings
  • Collaborate with clients/industry

Admission Requirements

College Requirements

Application
$30 Application Fee

Software and Technology

This program requires specific software and technology to complete classwork. Click here to see the list of items you will need for your courses.

If you do not have access to the items listed for your program, or if the items you have do not meet the requirements, resources may be available. Submit a Student Resource Request using our online form.

Internet access is required to access student accounts from off campus. The Learning Commons can provide information on free, off-campus Wi-Fi spots. Contact them at LearningCommons@westerntc.edu or call 608-785-9198.

For additional specifications, please review Technology and Software Recommendations for Most Classes on Western’s IT Knowledgebase.

Transfer Agreements

Viterbo University

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