Graphic Arts AASNew Degree

Prepare for work in the graphics field in either print or web media at MCC. The Occupational Outlook Handbook for the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 10% increase in employment opportunities for workers with credentials in this field over the next five years.

MCC will begin offering an Associate of Applied Science degree and three certificates in Graphic Arts pending ICCB approval. The program is designed so you can complete your Fundamentals of Design, Web Design and/or a Graphic Design certificate as you work toward your degree.

Wondering which courses to take? See the Graphic Arts AAS curriculum

What you need to know about getting your Graphic Arts AAS (CIP 50.0409)

Occupations that the Graphic Arts AAS prepares you for
Occupation and Occupational Profile Link SOC Code
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary 25-1121
Art Directors 27-1011
Multimedia Artists and Animators 27-1014
Artists and Related Workers, All Other 27-1019
Graphic Designers 27-1024
Additional Graphic Arts AAS Costs
Expense Cost
Fees $1,873.50
Books and supplies $1,680.00
Total Expenses $3,553.50
Total Graphic Arts AAS Costs
  in-district out-of-district out-of-state international
Tuition $5,850.00 $16,825.25 $20,564.05 $20,564.05
Additional Graphic Arts AAS Costs $3,553.50 $3,553.50 $3,553.50 $3,553.50
Program Total $9,403.50 $20,378.75 $24,117.55 $24,117.55
Graphic Arts AAS Completion Data
Completers in FY11 n/a
Proportion Completing in Normal Time n/a
Median loan debt incurred by students who completed the program
Type of Loan Loan Amount
Title IV Loans $- n/a
Private Loans $- n/a
Institutional Payments $- n/a