California Graphic Design Colleges

Here is a list of California graphic design colleges which offer a wide variety of degrees and diplomas in the graphic art field. We've gathered information about a career in graphic design, located at the bottom of this page. Click on a college to find more specific information or just scroll down the page through all the colleges and their programs.

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A

Academy of Art College

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Locations: San Francisco, CA

  • Graphic Design (Associate's Degree)
  • Graphic Design (Bachelor's Degree)

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Brooks College

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Locations: Long Beach, CA / Sunnyvale, CA

  • Graphic Design (Associate's Degree)
    The Graphic Design program at Brooks College nurtures the development of conceptual and artistic talents as well as an understanding of marketing principles. Graduates of the program are prepared for entry-level positions in design studios, advertising agencies and corporate art departments. Graduates may also seek positions with printing companies, newspaper and magazine publishers and in the entertainment industry.

Brooks Institute of Photography

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Locations: Santa Barbara, CA / Ventura, CA

  • Graphic Design (Bachelor's Degree)

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California Design College

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Locations: Los Angeles, CA

  • Graphic Design (Bachelor's Degree)
    The objective of the program is to help the student attain a fundamental grounding in graphic design, including an introduction to the theory and practice of print production, electronic publishing, graphic illustration, and sales promotion. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level positions in the graphic design field.
  • Graphic Design (Associate's Degree)
    The objective of the Associate of Science in Graphic Design degree program is to help the student attain a fundamental grounding in graphic design, including an introduction to the theory and practice of print production, electronic publishing techniques, illustration media for advertising, and promotional campaigns.

Center for Employment Training

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Locations: San Jose, CA

  • Graphic Design (Diploma)

Coleman College

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Locations: San Diego, CA / San Marcos, CA

  • Computer Graphic Design (Associate's Degree)
    The objective of the Computer Graphic Design (CGD) curriculum is to develop students' critical and creative thinking processes and proficiency with the tools, media and techniques of the graphics field, from traditional approaches to the use of computer-generated art and its role in the interface of the World Wide Web.

CompuMatics.com

Locations: Los Angeles, CA

CSI Career College

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Locations: Vacaville, CA

  • Administrative Graphics Specialist (Certificate)
    This entry level program will prepare you to enter an administrative office position with a focus on Desktop Publishing, website administration and graphics support.

F

Foothill College

Locations: Palo Alto, CA

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Gates College

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Locations: Redondo Beach, CA

  • Graphic Design (Diploma)

I

ICT College

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Locations: Los Angeles, CA

  • Graphic Design (Associate's Degree)
    The program is structured to meet the needs of students who want to succeed in the field of graphic communication. Students will be trained and will develop their artistic skills to produce almost any type of printed form of communication as well as animation and multimedia.

Institute of Technology

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Locations: Clovis, CA / Modesto, CA / Roseville, CA / Sacramento, CA

  • Web & Graphic Design (Diploma)

International Academy of Design and Technology

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Locations: Sacramento, CA

  • Visual Communication (Bachelor's Degree)
    Along with a solid foundation in practical applications, students can learn to master the principles of visual communication by using different types of multimedia, illustration, animation and web design.
  • Visual Communication (Associate's Degree)
    By combining industry-current technology with traditional design methods, students have the opportunity to cultivate their creative talents in digital imaging, computer illustration, web design, desktop publishing, prepress, and advertising techniques.

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Mt. Sierra College

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Locations: Monrovia, CA

  • Graphic Design (Bachelor's Degree)
    Students will learn how to create a distinctive "look" for promotional, print, graphic designs, brochures, logos, packaging, illustrations, billboards and advertisements.

P

Palladium Technical Academy

Locations: El Monte, CA

Platt College

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Locations: Huntington Beach, CA / Ontario, CA / Los Angeles, CA

  • Graphic Design (Diploma)
  • Graphic Design (Associate's Degree)
    The graphic design program encompasses cutting edge multimedia education, including web page and interactive design, interface design, digital video, motion graphics, digital video editing, 3D modeling and animation to address the industry's growing need for professionals trained in a variety of multimedia disciplines.

Platt College San Diego

Locations: San Diego, CA

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The Art Institute of California

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Locations: Santa Ana (Orange County), CA / San Diego, CA / San Francisco, CA / San Bernardino (Inland Empire), CA / Sacramento, CA / Santa Monica (Los Angeles), CA

  • Graphic Design (Associate's Degree)
    Initially, students develop basic skills in design, illustration, painting, and typography, and are trained in creative problem solving and the ability to offer solutions that are successful in the business of commercial graphics.
  • Graphic Design (Bachelor's Degree)
    Initially, students develop basic skills in design, illustration, painting, and typography, and are trained in creative problem solving and the ability to offer solutions that are successful in the business of commercial graphics.

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Video Symphony

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Locations: Burbank, CA

  • Motion Graphics Design (Certificate)

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Western Career College

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Locations: Emeryville, CA / San Jose, CA

  • Graphic Design (Associate's Degree)
    The Graphic Design program provides students with essential skills and training for an entry-level position in graphic design, publications and the developing area of multimedia, 3D animation and web design.

Westwood College

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Locations: Anaheim, CA / Torrance (South Bay), CA / Los Angeles, CA / Inland Empire (Upland), CA

  • Graphic Design & Multimedia (Associate's Degree)
    The Graphic Design and Multimedia program prepares students for entry-level jobs in the graphic design and multimedia industry. Students learn to create effective designs that communicate visually in both print and multimedia environments. The combination of technical and general education courses in the program helps students develop skills in critical thinking, logic, communication, and problem solving.
  • Visual Communications (Bachelor's Degree)
    The program helps prepare students for entry-level roles in the field of Visual Communications including Graphic Designer, Web Page Designer, and Print Production Designer.

Graphic Design Career Information

California Graphic Design College graduates will be qualified and prepared for a career as a working artist and designer. While attending a graphic design college students will be improving on their existing knowledge and technical skills while simultaneously learning about current industry needs. It is the goal of a good graphic design college to educate future graduates in as many areas of the design profession as possible. Study might include hand techniques, digital design, marketing and presentation skills to name a few. Graduates will use a variety of print, electronic, and media technologies to execute a design that meets a clients needs. They will consider cognitive, cultural, physical and social factors in planning and developing designs for a given context. A growing number of graphic designers are developing material for Internet Web pages, computer interfaces, and multimedia projects.

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