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ACCEPTANCE RATE

74.83%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

93%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

16:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

68

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$8,580

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Illustration Degree

The illustration program at University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth prepares students for careers in print and web publication, entertainment arts, and various graphic and design art. The program focuses on using artistic techniques to develop and execute interpretation of the concepts of authors and designers. Program courses include: book illustration, fashion illustration, map illustration, rendering, exhibit preparation, textual layout, cartooning, and the use of various artistic techniques. Get more details below including other Massachusetts colleges that offer illustration degrees.

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University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth

Also known as UMass Dartmouth

1 Armory Sq, Springfield, MA

UMass Dartmouth is a public school that has many degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts, in a predominantly suburban area. Approximately 9,400 students are enrolled per year at UMass Dartmouth.

Students may select from several areas of study, including:

  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Psychology
  • Education
  • English Language And Literature
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 20 to 25 on the ACT or 1390 to 1710 on the SAT are required to increase your chances for getting accepted. This school has an admissions rate of around 71 percent of which only 26 percent decided to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs approximately $12,000 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $24,000 for the year. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs about $7,200 annually. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at UMass Dartmouth through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Sports available may include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students Enrolled in the Illustration Program

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

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree17
Master's Degree2

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male4
Female15

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black2
White13
Multiple Races1
Non Resident Alien2
Unknown1

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

Upon completion of the Illustration program at UMass Dartmouth, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Artists and Related Workers, All Other

Description

All artists and related workers not listed separately.

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

Designers, All Other

Description

All designers not listed separately.

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

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the students UMass Dartmouth accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth may offer student services like:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Student employment
  • Assisting students to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Little East Conference)
  • Basketball (Little East Conference)
  • Field Hockey
  • Football (Massachusetts State College Ath Assoc)
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Indoor
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Equestrian
  • Sailing