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Illustration Schools in California

In 2022-2023, 334 students earned their Illustration degrees in CA.

In terms of popularity, Illustration is the 211th most popular major in the state out of a total 1028 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Illustration Majors in California

Illustration majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 294
Master’s Degree 26
Associate Degree 14

Gender Distribution

In California, a illustration major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of illustration majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 29.9%
  • Black or African American: 1.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 13.8%
  • White: 18.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 24.0%
  • Other Races: 12.6%
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Jobs for Illustration Grads in California

There are 5,380 people in the state and 25,660 people in the nation working in illustration jobs.

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Wages for Illustration Jobs in California

In this state, illustration grads earn an average of $70,260. Nationwide, they make an average of $67,700.

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There are 7 colleges in California that offer illustration degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

170 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
2,182 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 8 to 1. This private school has an average net price of $48,735. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 57% of students receive it.

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Academy of Art University

San Francisco
89 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
8,928 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $37,263. The average student takes 5.08 years to complete their degree at Academy of Art University. 83% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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26 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
1,612 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $35,076. The average student takes 4.32 years to complete their degree at California College of the Arts. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 22% are considered full time.

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24 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
782 Total Students

9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 13% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.56 years.

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4 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
11,317 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 42% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.38 years.

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1 Degrees in Major Awarded
14,865 Total Students

77% of students get financical aid. A typical student attending San Diego City College will pay a net price of $5,933. 34% of the teachers are full time.

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1 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
7,409 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $11,649. 77% of students get financical aid. The average student takes 4.63 years to complete their degree at CSUMB.

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Illustration Careers in CA

Some of the careers illustration majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Designers 13% $77,030
Artists 8% $60,490
Set and Exhibit Designers 5% $58,910

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to illustration.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Graphic Design 1,009
Visual Communications 657
Interior Design 484
Fashion Design 366
Game & Interactive Media Design 366
Other Design & Applied Arts 303
Industrial Design 215
Commercial & Advertising Art 58

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