Design and Visual Communications Degree

The essence of the Design and Visual Communications as a field of study is fusing art and business to arrive at creative art or visual art used for commercial purposes. With an eye for design and a creative spirit, the sky is the limit! Get more details below including other South Dakota colleges that offer design and visual communications degrees.

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Dakota State University

Also known as Dakota State

1200 University St, Spearfish, SD

Dakota State University provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Madison, SD and publically funded. Approximately three thousand students enroll at Dakota State yearly.

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

• Computer And Information Sciences
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may take either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score in a range of 850 - 1070 on the SAT, or 18 - 25 for the ACT is common among admitted students. Dakota State admits about 90% of students applying annually. Of those admitted, nearly 49% of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at Dakota State University are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $7,600 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $9,500 per year. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for a cost of $3,000 for the year. Some students at Dakota State University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Dakota State University Trojans participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)

Contact information, academics information, areas of study, and much more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.dsu.edu.

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.

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

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

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).