Graphic Communications Associate Degrees
There are 342 schools in the United States where you can earn aassociate degree in Graphic Communications. Among those who recently graduated from the schools offering this degree, the majority were men, and55% were students from underrepresented racial-ethnic groups. Also, 2.3% of Graphic Communications graduates were international students.
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Education Levels of Graphic Communications Majors
In the most recent year for which data is available, 8,298 degrees were awarded toGraphic Communications majors across all award levels. The following table shows the number of diplomas awarded in Graphic Communications at each degree level.
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Certificate | 957 |
| Associate’s Degree (this page) | 1,950 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 3,539 |
| Master’s Degree | 1,825 |
Earnings of Graphic Communications Majors With Associate Degrees (All Award Levels)
The U.S. Department of Education reports a median salary for graduates with aassociate degree in Graphic Communications of $41,119 four years after graduation. These figures are reported program-wide, across all award levels.
However, this can depend on a number of factors, such as where you live and the number of years of experience you have.
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,061 |
| 4 years | $41,119 |
| 5 years | $47,590 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study earnings tracker (program-wide, all award levels).
Student Debt (All Award Levels)
The data on debt ranges for Graphic Communications majors who have their associate degree is not currently available.
Student Diversity
This degree is more popular with male students. About 51.1% of graduates in this field are men.
| Gender | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Men | 996 |
| Women | 954 |
The racial-ethnic distribution of Graphic Communications graduates is as follows:
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Grads | Share |
|---|---|---|
| White | 837 | 42.9% |
| Asian | 138 | 7.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 573 | 29.4% |
| Black or African American | 179 | 9.2% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 8 | 0.4% |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 5 | 0.3% |
| Two or More Races | 103 | 5.3% |
| Race Unknown | 62 | 3.2% |
| International Students | 45 | 2.3% |
This degree is not very popular with international students. Only 2.3% of graduates fall into this category.
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Most Popular Graphic Communications Programs for Associate Degrees
There are 413 colleges that offer a associate degree in Graphic Communications. Learn more about the most popular below:
The most popular school in the United States for Graphic Communications students seeking a associate degree is Savannah College of Art and Design. During the most recent year for which we have data, 724 people received their associate degree in Graphic Communications from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Houston Community College is a popular choice for Graphic Communications majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 178 associate degrees in Graphic Communications in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Graphic Communications here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Academy of Art University comes in at #3 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Graphic Communications. During the most recent year for which we have data, 167 people received their associate degree in Graphic Communications from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Front Range Community College comes in at #4 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Graphic Communications. This school awarded 144 associate degrees in Graphic Communications in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Graphic Communications here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Ringling College of Art and Design comes in at #5 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Graphic Communications. This school awarded 139 associate degrees in Graphic Communications in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Graphic Communications here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Santa Monica College comes in at #6 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Graphic Communications. This school awarded 129 associate degrees in Graphic Communications in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Columbia College Chicago is a popular choice for Graphic Communications majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 111 associate degrees in Graphic Communications in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Graphic Communications here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Columbus State Community College is a popular choice for Graphic Communications majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 111 people received their associate degree in Graphic Communications from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Graphic Communications here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Los Angeles Film School comes in at #9 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Graphic Communications. This school awarded 105 associate degrees in Graphic Communications in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Salt Lake Community College comes in at #10 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Graphic Communications. During the most recent year for which we have data, 98 people received their associate degree in Graphic Communications from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Graphic Communications here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Central Texas College is a popular choice for Graphic Communications majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 96 people received their associate degree in Graphic Communications from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Art Center College of Design comes in at #12 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Graphic Communications. This school awarded 95 associate degrees in Graphic Communications in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Graphic Communications here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
DePaul University is a popular choice for Graphic Communications majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 91 people received their associate degree in Graphic Communications from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Arizona State University Campus Immersion comes in at #14 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Graphic Communications. This school awarded 90 associate degrees in Graphic Communications in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Francis Tuttle Technology Center comes in at #15 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Graphic Communications. During the most recent year for which we have data, 85 people received their associate degree in Graphic Communications from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College is a popular choice for Graphic Communications majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 84 associate degrees in Graphic Communications in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Graphic Communications here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Pikes Peak State College is a popular choice for Graphic Communications majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 84 people received their associate degree in Graphic Communications from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Graphic Communications here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Ferris State University is a popular choice for Graphic Communications majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 83 associate degrees in Graphic Communications in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
School of Visual Arts is a popular choice for Graphic Communications majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 83 people received their associate degree in Graphic Communications from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Graphic Communications here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo comes in at #20 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Graphic Communications. During the most recent year for which we have data, 81 people received their associate degree in Graphic Communications from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Graphic Communications here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
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References
The racial-ethnic minority student count is calculated by taking the total number of students and subtracting white students, international students, and students whose race/ethnicity was unknown. This number is then divided by the total number of students to obtain the percentage of racial-ethnic minorities.
- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)
- O*NET Online
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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