| Program Overview for Visual Communications |
ETP eligible  | yes |
| School | Whatcom Community College |
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| Program description | The visual communications ATA prepares students for entry into careers in graphic design for print, web, and digital media. The 90-credit curriculum balances the development of conceptual and visual problem solving skills with development of technical skills and knowledge of current industry practices. The second year may also include an internship at a supervised work site where the student gains practical experience in the field. |
| Financial Information |
| Tuition | Average $2,090/qtr (WA resident), including tuition, fees, books, supplies, etc. |
| Tuition per credit | $122.05 (1-10 credits) $57.46 (11-18 credits) $104.12 (19+ credits) (WA Resident) |
| Total program tuition | $12,425 (WA resident), including tuition, fees, books, supplies, etc. |
| Fees | $3.50/credit up to 10 credits (technology fee), $2.50/credit up to 10 credits (educational services fee), $6.32/credit up to 15 credits (recreation center fee), $20/qtr (bus pass), $25 (application fee), $30/lab class (lab fee) |
| Books and materials | Average $200/qtr |
| Supplies, tools, uniform | Average $50/qtr (general academic supplies), art supplies |
| Program Information |
| Length of training | 2 Years |
| Award type | ATA |
| Credits | 90 |
| Locations offered |
some courses online |
| Offered evenings/weekends | no |
| Offered online | some courses online |
| Entrance requirements | Second year (fall start): Portfolio. ESLA 117 or placement into ENGL& 101. Completion of the following courses: ART 112, ART 115 or ART 116, ART 185, ART& 100, ART 114, ART 205, or ART 215. |
| Certification/license required to work in this field | no
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| Certification/license obtained as part of training program | no
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| Certification/license test preparation provided | no
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