Why Consider a Graphic & Web Design Degree?

You want to create innovative visual designs that capture attention and showcase your talents.
Developing your artistic talent for a career in a growing field with opportunities for advancement appeals to you.
Be part of a creative team that produces cutting-edge visuals that meet customers' needs.
You look forward to using a variety of graphics, photo, video, illustration and web-related technology.

Why Learn at Lakeshore?

This program is offered through our flexible competency-based education (CBE) format, which allows you to accelerate your learning while receiving personalized coaching and support.
With frequent start dates, begin when it's convenient for you.
Gain real-world experience by participating in an internship.
Because of our low student-to-faculty ratio, you'll get to know instructors and fellow students.
Smoothly transfer your degree to several university partners to complete a bachelor's degree.

What It Takes

Creativity, imagination, originality
Interest in media and communications
Ability to handle feedback constructively
Good communication skills
Capacity to work well under pressure
Attention to detail

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Career Area

Marketing, Sales and Service

Type

Associate Degree

Program Number

10-201-2

Availability

CBE

Associate Degree
4 Terms
60 Credits
Financial Aid Eligible
Starts fall

Career Outlook

Graphic & Web Design

Median Income: $50,071.00*

POTENTIAL JOB TITLES

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Desktop Publishers

Format typescript and graphic elements using computer software to produce publication-ready material.

Graphic Designers

Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.

Web Developers

Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces. Evaluate code to ensure that it is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers and devices. Optimize website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes. May develop website infrastructure and integrate websites with other computer applications.

Photographers

Photograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects. May use lighting equipment to enhance a subject’s appearance. May use editing software to produce finished images and prints. Includes commercial and industrial photographers, scientific photographers, and photojournalists.

Film and Video Editors

Edit moving images on film, video, or other media. May work with a producer or director to organize images for final production. May edit or synchronize soundtracks with images.

Disclosure:

*Lightcast/EMSI data is a hybrid dataset derived from official government sources such as the US Census Bureau, Bureau of Economic Analysis, and Bureau of Labor Statistics. This salary data is from the Lakeshore District.

Admissions and Enrollment Waitlist and Petition Flexible Learning Courses

Admission and First Semester Enrollment Steps

Submit online application
Complete the online Student Success Questionnaire
Complete Get Started at Lakeshore appointment
- Application Check-in
- College Orientation Overview
- 1st Time Program Registration

Submit high school transcripts, college transcripts, and test scores (optional, highly recommended). Official transcripts will be needed for transferring college credit(s) and for financial aid purposes.

Program Cost

Tuition Cost: $$9,891.20
Book Cost: $380.00
Supply Cost: $240.00
Program Total: $10,511.20

Some of Lakeshore College’s programs may reach program capacity due to high demand. When this occurs, the College will follow the Admissions Procedure to establish and maintain a waitlist to prioritize enrollment. In addition, some programs may offer a petition process outlined in their specific program handbook.

COMPETENCY-BASED EDUCATION is a learning model offering far more flexibility than traditional models. Fitting college around your work and personal commitments is possible because CBE allows you to:

Learn When You Want To
Progress at Your Own Pace
Receive Personalized Coaching; Support

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Faculty Bios

Shalana Frisby

Educating the next generation of designers is my passion. I am thrilled to mentor students and share my diverse professional experience while fostering a welcoming learning environment. This is an exciting time to explore the dynamic fields of graphic and web design! I look forward to guiding students in their learning process and helping them achieve career success.

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