Graphic Design
Communicating ideas through art, graphics and type provides the basis for an exciting career in graphic design! If you are creative and looking for an in-demand field where every day is different and you see the results of your work, consider graphic design. Careers encompass a broad range of tasks, but all communicate something to others – to inform, influence and inspire.
- Graphic designers can have a significant impact on their community.
- Become Adobe certified in the 2022-23 academic year.
- Salaries begin around $50,000 annually and above.
- Graphic design can overlap many specialties, allowing for more advanced and unique career opportunities in a creative field!

Associate in Applied Science
The graphic design program prepares students for entry-level positions in design organizations. Graphic design graduates find employment in a variety of settings including the publication and printing industries, advertising and marketing organizations, and graphic design department of corporations, government agencies and retailers.
Note: This program includes a ground-based component, such as an internship or clinical experience. Your student success navigator can help you better understand the requirements.
Sample Courses
cost
Jackson County
If you reside in Jackson county, Michigan.
$16,632
In Michigan
If you reside in the state of Michigan.
$18,058
Out of Michigan
If you reside outside the state of Michigan.
$22,088
Estimated program costs include tuition, fees and digital textbooks based on 2022-2023 tuition rates. Please note that these costs are only estimates and an individualized financial plan will be created when a student meets with their Student Success Navigator.
Certificate
The graphic design program prepares students for entry-level positions in design organizations. Graphic design graduates find employment in a variety of settings including the publication and printing industries, advertising and marketing organizations, and graphic design department of corporations, government agencies and retailers.
Sample Courses
cost
Jackson County
If you reside in Jackson county, Michigan.
$5,656
In Michigan
If you reside in the state of Michigan.
$6,139
Out of Michigan
If you reside outside the state of Michigan.
$7,504
Estimated program costs include tuition, fees and digital textbooks based on 2022-2023 tuition rates. Please note that these costs are only estimates and an individualized financial plan will be created when a student meets with their Student Success Navigator.
Earnings
The median wage for graphic designers is $50,710, annually.
Outlook
Employment of graphic designers is expected to grow 3 percent in the coming years. Many openings will result from having to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or leave the labor force.
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