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ACCEPTANCE RATE

95.61%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

97%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

7:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$9,102

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Graphic Design Program

The graphic design program at South Hills School of Business & Technology prepares students for careers as a package designer, creative director, strategic branding director, visual designer, and more. The program focuses on applying artistic and computer techniques to interpret technical and commercial concepts. Program courses include: computer-assisted art and design, printmaking, concept sketching, technical drawing, color theory, imaging, studio technique, still and life modeling, communication skills, and commercial art business operations. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer graphic design program.

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South Hills School of Business & Technology

3269 W Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA

South Hills School of Business & Technology is a two year private school that offers high quality education and training for its students. Students can pick from several areas of study, including:

  • Computer and Information Sciences
  • Security and Protective Services
  • Business and Marketing Studies
  • Health and Clinical Professions
  • Engineering Technology
  • Visual and Performing Arts

Last year over 240 students graduated with around 52% of those who start the program complete it. South Hills School of Business & Technology offers at least twenty different programs available to students. Here are the programs with more popularity among students:

  • Computer Science
  • Law and Justice Administration
  • Advertising and Marketing
  • Medical Records Technician

To help students and alumni succeed, South Hills School of Business & Technology may offer services like:

  • Academic counseling for students
  • Student employment
  • Assisting students to find work

The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools has accredited the education provided by South Hills School of Business & Technology for over twelve straight years. Please visit southhills.edu for more information on programs offered and consumer disclosures.

Students Enrolled in the Graphic Design Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. South Hills School of Business & Technology offers an associate's degree program in graphic design.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male3
Female7

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
White10

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Graphic Design program at South Hills School of Business & Technology, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Art Directors

Description

Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual communications media, such as print, broadcasting, and advertising. Direct workers engaged in art work or layout design.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, art directors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Pittsburgh, PA
    • Total Employment: 140
    • Average Hourly Rate: $35.28
    • Average Annual Salary: $73390

Multimedia Artists and Animators

Description

Create special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products or creations, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, multimedia artists and animators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Pittsburgh, PA
    • Total Employment: 70
    • Average Hourly Rate: $24.24
    • Average Annual Salary: $50410

Artists and Related Workers, All Other

Description

All artists and related workers not listed separately.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants South Hills School of Business & Technology accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Life Experience Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, South Hills School of Business & Technology may provide services like those listed below:

  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation