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Graphic Design
Bring Your Ideas to Life
A degree in Graphic Design opens doors into the creative industry, while building a strong foundation in design principles and software skills. Students will learn the fundamentals of design for both print and online media including: logo and brand design, web page development, character design, animation, and advertising and marketing. Students will use the industry-standard software and equipment to design creative solutions.
Classes are offered in-person, online, and flexible instruction modes.
Learn about the different types of instruction modes.
Graphic Design Degree Options
Bachelor of Applied Science in Integrated Design BAS
- Program Length: Two years for full-time students. (Full-time is 12 credits or more)
- Costs Per Year: $7,572 tuition and fees
- Program Map: Integrated Design, BAS
- Catalog: Integrated Design, BAS
Sample Careers
- Graphic Designer
- Creative Director
- User Interface Designer
- Print and Publication Designer
- Video Editor
- Animator
- Residential/Commercial/Corporate Interior Designer
- Kitchen and Bath Designer
- CAD Technician
- Architectural/Civil/Electrical Drafter
- Landscaping Drafter
Graphic Design Associate of Applied Science AAS
- Program Length: Two years for full-time students. (Full-time is 12 credits or more)
- Costs Per Year: $4,740 tuition and fees
- Program Map: Graphic Design, AAS
- Catalog: Graphic Design, AAS
Sample Careers
- Graphic Designer for Print and Online Media
- Illustrator or Character Designer
- Advertising and Marketing Graphic Designer
- UX/UI Design
- Social Media Content Creator
- Production Artist
Graphic Design Associate of Applied Science Transfer AAS-T
- Program Length: Two years for full-time students. (Full-time is 12 credits or more)
- Costs Per Year: $4,740 tuition and fees
- Program Map: Graphic Design, AAS-T
- Catalog: Graphic Design, AAS-T
Sample Careers
- Graphic Designer for Print and Online Media
- Illustrator or Character Designer
- Advertising and Marketing Graphic Designer
- UX/UI Design
- Social Media Content Creator
- Production Artist
Certificates of Achievement (45 credits and above)
Visual Communications Certificate C
Certificates of Proficiency (20–44 credits)
Visual Communications Adobe Suite Certificate C
After Highline College
The AAS-T degree is best used to transfer to a Bachelor of Applied Arts degree or a 4-year college or university.
AAS degrees are generally designed to provide direct workforce skills and are not designed for transfer.
Complete a Professional Technical Certificate in one year or less and start work immediately or transfer to an AAS degree option.
Top Transfer-To Institutions
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Highline College
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Lake Washington Technical College
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