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- School Code: 298800
- Phone: (701) 277-3889
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FINANCIAL AID RATE
83%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
82FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,960Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
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Commercial and Advertising Art Degree
The burgeoning field of Commercial and Advertising Art is an arena of study fusing art and business to arrive at creative art or art used for commercial purposes. Get more details below including other North Dakota colleges that offer commercial and advertising art degrees.
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Bismarck State College (BSC)
4012 19th Avenue SW, Fargo, ND
Bismarck State College, located in Bismarck, North Dakota, was founded in 1939 and is the third largest institution in the North Dakota University System. The school is a comprehensive community college that also offers four year programs that result in specific bachelor's degrees. The school is dedicated to providing opportunities for students both locally, and within the system of schools, facilitating transfer and graduate program options for students seeking such opportunities.
Academics
Bismarck State College offers education for both transfer and career options. Transfer programs allow students to pursue education in a specific area after completing the first two years locally. Students may exercise this option if their desired bachelor program is unavailable at BSC. Students may also pursue career training options for the purposes of long term employment after graduation.
These programs take between one and two years and result in training and education in a specific high demand field , followed by entry into the workforce as a qualified professional. Bachelor and Graduate level programs are also available, both having stricter admission requirements and curricula.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Admissions requirements at BSU will vary based on the type of program an individual wishes to enroll in. Associate level programs require students to be eighteen years of age or have a high school diploma. Students should supply transcripts and test scores if available. Meeting with a counselor and participating in orientation is also encouraged.
Bachelor level and higher programs require more stringent applications and admissions requirements. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships, awarded based on need determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Students Enrolled in the Commercial and Advertising Art Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. BSC has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than One Year Certificate | 0 |
| Less Than Two-Year Award | 0 |
| Associate's Degree | 13 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 7 |
| Female | 6 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| American Indian | 1 |
| White | 11 |
| Multiple Races | 1 |
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
Students who have completed the Commercial and Advertising Art program at Bismarck State College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Artists and Related Workers, All Other
Description
All artists and related workers not listed separately.
Commercial and Industrial Designers
Description
Develop and design manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and children's toys. Combine artistic talent with research on product use, marketing, and materials to create the most functional and appealing product design.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, commercial and industrial designers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024
Graphic Designers
Description
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.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, graphic designers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.4% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Fargo, ND-MN
- Total Employment: 370
- Average Hourly Rate: $18.94
- Average Annual Salary: $39390
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants Bismarck State College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Bismarck State College may provide student services including:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Bismarck State College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Volleyball