Graphic Design Technology, A.S.

Program Details

Program Code
3619
Credit Hours
64
Location
NW Campus

Average Median Pay*
$52,110 per year per year

*Salary information provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Program Overview

The Graphic Design Technology A.S. degree program at Santa Fe College prepares you to work in the field of Graphic Design in four semesters after completing general education pre-requisites. This is an innovative and state-of-the-art technical and creative program that will train you to plan, analyze and create visual solutions to communications challenges and advertising needs. 

  • Graphic Design Technology students develop skills sequentially in a lock-step format in graphic and digital design, digital illustration, UI/UX, web design, typography, package design, digital photography, raster and vector graphics and more.
  • Graphic Design Technology students complete a professional portfolio and portfolio review with local, regional and national professionals to prepare for a career in Graphic Design.
  • Semesters are divided into A and B terms. Student take two 3-credit hour courses in each A and B semester for a total of 12-credit hours combined.
  • Students can participate in the Graphic Design Student Association to complete extracurricular projects, attend professional conferences and more.
  • Graphic Design Technology students have received recognition and awards in local, state and national competitions including the American Advertising Federation’s ADDY award competitions.
  • A 4-credit hour internship is required in the final semester of the Graphic Design Technology program. A Graphic Design and Digital Media Technology internship fair is organized in the prior semester to assist with placement of internships.
  • Graduates of the Graphic Design Technology program are highly sought after in their field and work in a variety of design and technical communications positions nationally at private agencies, government institutions and non-profit organizations.

Requirements for Admission

This is a limited access (application required) and full-time (12 credit hours per semester) degree program. 15 students per semester are selected for Fall and for Spring starts (no Summer starts). Applicants to the A.S. Graphic Design Technology program must complete 5 general education pre-requisites with a C or higher and contact the Coordinator of the program for advising prior to completing the application to the program. Students must have at least a 2.0 GPA or higher in pre-requisite coursework. Students can be accepted conditionally prior to completing all 5 pre-requisites based on program space and academic progress. Contact the Digital Media Technology office to schedule an advising meeting and application overview.

Application Dates and Deadlines.

Program Cost, Scholarships and Aid

All tuition and fees are estimated costs and subject to change without notice.

Program Costs Breakdown

Tuition for 64 Credit Hours

  • $6,833.28 Florida Residents
  • $24,185.60 Non-Florida Residents

Lab Fees: $960.00

Additional Expenses

  • $270.00 Required textbooks
  • Variable Required Equipment (Camera, Supplies) 

Program Cost Totals

  • $8,063.28 Florida Residents
  • $25,415.60 Non-Florida Residents

Scholarships

There are many scholarships available for Santa Fe College students to apply to. Please visit the Scholarships webpage for more information and how to apply.

Financial Aid

There are many options to finance your education.  You may be eligible for Federal Grants, Work Study, State Grants, Federal Loans, and Institutional Scholarships.  Please visit the Financial Aid page for more information and how to apply.

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