Graduates Celebrate Achievement from August 2019 Degree Programs
The digital age has brought about a surge in demand for skilled professionals in various creative industries, and a fully online school of visual arts is answering the call by offering degree programs and undergraduate certificates in fields such as graphic design, web design, digital media, illustration, digital photography, and advertising design.
Among the students pursuing these programs are Jason Casey and Kate Reinarz, who are enrolled in the Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Photography, while Savannah Dimovski and Janelle Dohveour are studying Undergraduate Certificate in Advertising Design. The institution also boasts a diverse roster of students in its Associate Degree programs, including Dominique Dunn, Meagan Riecken, Anna Spankie, Maddie Vansoest, Mikala Zylinski, Cynthia Leigh Andreacchio, Michelle Bieniek, Kim Miller, Luke Hostetler, and Tammy Troyer in the Associate Degree in Graphic Design, Nicole Porata, Logan Barlow, Jerry Douglas, Jason Kennedy, and Sharon Capps in the Associate Degree in Web Design, and more.
The curriculum of these programs is designed to combine core artistic skills, digital tools, and design theory. Common courses include Art History, Color Theory, Composition and Visual Design, and Design Thinking, teaching students foundational knowledge of art movements, color harmony, visual storytelling, and creative problem-solving skills applied in digital and traditional media.
Specific skill development across programs may cover drawing and design, 3D animation, computer programming for graphics, digital fabrication, photography, painting, sculpture, and multimedia tools. Programs emphasize hands-on experience with professional software and digital tools, project-based learning, and portfolio development to prepare for careers in creative industries such as advertising, digital media, and interactive design.
Degree or certificate requirements generally combine core university curriculum credits, foundation courses (e.g., introductory art classes such as AD 100A or AD 100B), studio requirements, and electives. For instance, a bachelor’s degree may require around 120 credit hours including specialized studio classes and electives within the arts.
Besides standard university admissions criteria, competitive programs usually require a portfolio submission as part of the application, showcasing the applicant’s artwork to demonstrate skill and creative potential. Some programs accept transfer credits but often require a minimum number of credit hours to be completed directly at the institution, particularly for minors or specialization areas. Other admissions prerequisites may include background checks (particularly for education degrees), submission of transcripts, or completion of prerequisite courses relevant to digital art and design.
Prospective students are encouraged to visit the institution's website for more information on Degree Programs and Undergraduate Certificates. The website provides detailed information on each program, and visitors are encouraged to request the latest catalog and talk to Admissions for further guidance. With its flexible, project-focused curricula and admissions processes that prioritize portfolios and foundational academic readiness, this fully online school of visual arts is a promising option for those seeking to advance their careers in the digital design field.
Students at this fully online school of visual arts are engaged in diverse degree programs and undergraduate certificates, such as the Undergraduate Certificate in Graphic Design, learned through a combination of core artistic skills, digital tools, and design theory. The curriculum also includes specific skill development in areas like drawing and design, 3D animation, computer programming for graphics, and digital photography, preparing students for careers in the digital design field.
