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 Maryland colleges that offer design and visual communications degrees.

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University of Baltimore (UB)

2901 Liberty Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD

UB is a public university that has many degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Baltimore, MD, in a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at University of Baltimore is nearly six thousand per year.

Areas of study offered at University of Baltimore include:

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Visual And Performing Arts
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Security And Protective Services

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Most common standardized test scores among applicants accepted to this school are between 16 to 20 for the ACT exam, or 1260 to 1570 on the SAT exam. This school has an acceptance rate of about 32% of which only 79% decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay close to $8,300 and nonresidents pay $19,000 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Students can visit the University of Baltimore website to get a complete list of areas of study, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Design and Visual Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Baltimore has offered the following programs for students:

• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (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.

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

Salary & Wages

• Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
  • Total Employment: 190
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.05
  • Average Annual Salary: $58330

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

Salary & Wages

• Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.39
  • Average Annual Salary: $54880

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

• Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.67
  • Average Annual Salary: $59630

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