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Commercial and Advertising Art Degree
The burgeoning field of Commercial and Advertising Art is an arena of study fusing art and business to arrive at creative art or art used for commercial purposes. Get more details below including other West Virginia colleges that offer commercial and advertising art degrees.
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Fairmont State University
Also known as Fairmont State
100 Campus Dr, Elkins, WV
Fairmont State is a public institution located in Fairmont, West Virginia and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Enrollment at Fairmont State is nearly four thousand yearly.
Students may select from many areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Security And Protective Services
- Education
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. The most common exam scores among students admitted to Fairmont State University are within the range of 18 - 23 on the ACT, or 820 - 1030 for the SAT exam. This school has an admissions rate of about 57 percent of which only 41 percent chose to enroll.
The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay around $5,900, while out-of-state residents pay $12,000 for the year. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $3,800. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.
The Fairmont State University "Falcons" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Contact information, admission forms, areas of study offered, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.fairmontstate.edu/.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Commercial and Advertising Art program at Fairmont State, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Artists and Related Workers, All Other
Description
All artists and related workers not listed separately.
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 (
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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 (
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According to the BLS, graphic designers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.4% from 2014 to 2024
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 an overview of the students Fairmont State University 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
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Fairmont State University may offer student services including:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Fairmont State is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (370)
- Basketball (370)
- Football (370)
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball