Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 450600
- Phone: (303) 861-1151
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
70%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1Average 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 Colorado Mountain College 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 Colorado colleges that offer graphic design program.
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Colorado Mountain College
111 N. Havana Street, Aurora, CO
Colorado Mountain College, located in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, is set against a Rockies backdrop. Founded in 1967, the school has an enrollment of approximately 5,100 students. Students living in-state pay around $2,900 per year while students residing out-of-state pay about $7,700 annually.
The school, which has an open admissions policy, features associate’s degree programs in the areas of biology, early childhood education, outdoor recreation leadership, outdoor education, chemistry, visual arts, and engineering. Many students at the college choose to transfer their associate degree credits to four-year colleges. The college maintains agreements for transfer with such colleges as Colorado State University, the University of Colorado, the University of Denver, and Mesa State College. Some students elect to transfer their credits to schools out-of-state.
However, that being said, students still have four-year study options. The school offers bachelor’s degrees in sustainability and business administration at its location. Students also take part in on-campus and off-campus activities, including theatre presentations and art exhibits and displays.
The main campus of the school is located at 802 Grand Avenue in Glenwood Springs with other campuses located throughout the state in such locales as Aspen, Breckenridge, Carbondale, Edwards, Rifle, Steamboat Springs, and Leadville. Contact the college for further details about its activities and programs at 800-621-8559.
Students Enrolled in the Graphic Design Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Colorado Mountain College has offered the following programs for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than One Year Certificate | 2 |
| Associate's Degree | 3 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 1 |
| Female | 4 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 1 |
| White | 3 |
| Unknown | 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
Upon completion of the Graphic Design program at Colorado Mountain College, 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
- Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
- Total Employment: 460
- Average Hourly Rate: $43.35
- Average Annual Salary: $90160
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
- Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
- Total Employment: 180
- Average Hourly Rate: $29.99
- Average Annual Salary: $62380
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 give you an idea of the candidates Colorado Mountain College 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
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Colorado Mountain College may offer services to students like:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Colorado Mountain College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). The most popular sport is listed below:
- Skiing