Graphic Design Program

The graphic design program at Mercer University 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 Georgia colleges that offer graphic design program.

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Mercer University

50 Hurt Plaza SE Ste. 400, Atlanta, GA

Mercer University is a nonprofit private institution located in Macon, GA and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Enrollment at Mercer University is nearly 8,200 annually.

Students may select from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Most students admitted to this school achieve an SAT score within the range of 1060 - 1260, or an ACT score between 24 - 29. This school accepts approximately 80% of students applying. Of those students admitted, nearly 26% of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $35,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their costs. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $5,700. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Mercer University is the "Bears", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study offered, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.mercer.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Graphic Design Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Mercer University offers a bachelor's degree program in graphic design.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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

• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
  • Total Employment: 640
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.47
  • Average Annual Salary: $90420

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

• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.99
  • Average Annual Salary: $54070

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).