Graphic Design Program

The graphic design program at Notre Dame de Namur 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 California colleges that offer graphic design program.

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Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU)

47671 Westinghouse Drive, Fremont, CA

NDNU is a nonprofit private institution that has many majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Belmont, California, in a predominantly suburban area. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Enrollment at Notre Dame de Namur University is nearly a thousand annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Notre Dame de Namur University offers:

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

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 840 - 1060 for the SAT exam and between 18 - 23 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to this school. This school accepts approximately 70% of applicants yearly. Of those accepted, around 14% of students enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $33,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. The price of on-campus housing is around $8,400 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for NDNU is the "Argonauts", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Sports available may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the NDNU website to obtain a complete list of programs offered, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Graphic Design Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. NDNU 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

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 290
  • Average Hourly Rate: $58.48
  • Average Annual Salary: $121630
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 980
  • Average Hourly Rate: $64.42
  • Average Annual Salary: $134000

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

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 520
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.98
  • Average Annual Salary: $81070
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $42.82
  • Average Annual Salary: $89070

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).