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ACCEPTANCE RATE

67.36%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$17,912

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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Illustration Degree

The illustration program at Carroll University prepares students for careers in print and web publication, entertainment arts, and various graphic and design art. The program focuses on using artistic techniques to develop and execute interpretation of the concepts of authors and designers. Program courses include: book illustration, fashion illustration, map illustration, rendering, exhibit preparation, textual layout, cartooning, and the use of various artistic techniques. Get more details below including other Wisconsin colleges that offer illustration degrees.

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Carroll University (Stritch)

6801 N Yates Rd, Milwaukee, WI

Carroll University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Waukesha, Wisconsin, the school resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Presbyterian Church affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Carroll University is nearly 3,400 annually.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

  • Education
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Recreation And Fitness Studies
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Psychology
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The majority of students at Carroll University scored between 20 to 26 on the ACT exam. This school has an admissions rate of around 81% of which only 38% decided to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is close to $28,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's net price calculator to understand their costs. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs approximately $5,400 per year. This school may provide financial aid for students that qualify by way of grants and loans.

This school has several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
  • Football (NCAA Division III)
  • Golf (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the Carroll University website to get a complete list of academic programs offered, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Illustration program at Carroll University, 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.

Set and Exhibit Designers

Description

Design special exhibits and movie, television, and theater sets. May study scripts, confer with directors, and conduct research to determine appropriate architectural styles.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, set and exhibit designers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
    • Total Employment: 40
    • Average Hourly Rate: $20.30
    • Average Annual Salary: $42220

Designers, All Other

Description

All designers 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 admissions information below may provide a better idea of the students Stritch accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Carroll University may provide student services including:

  • Online classes
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Student employment

Intercollegiate Athletics

Stritch is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (College Conference of Illinois and Wisc)
  • Basketball (College Conference of Illinois and Wisc)
  • Track and Field (College Conference of Illinois and Wisc)
  • Football (College Conference of Illinois and Wisc)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball