Digital Graphics & Multimedia Design
Student Consumer Information
INSTITUTIONAL OPEID NUMBER: 022195
NEW YORK STATE PROGRAM HEGIS NUMBERS:
A.O.S. in Digital Graphics & Multimedia Design 5012.00
Certificate in Digital Graphics & Multimedia Design 5012.00
CIP NUMBER:
11.0801 Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
PROGRAM NAMES:
A.O.S. in Digital Graphics & Multimedia Design
Certificate in Digital Graphics & Multimedia Design
DEGREE LEVEL(S): A.O.S.; Certificate
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Associate’s degree program in Digital Graphics and Multimedia Design provides students with the skills necessary to obtain entry-level employment in the fields of digital graphics and multimedia design through intensive, hands-on training in the industry-standard software (including digital image manipulation, print and web publishing, and illustration software), general studies (including arts, film, communications, English, and research methods), theoretical foundations of visual communications (including principles of design, typography, and color theory), drawing skills, professional practices and entrepreneurship, portfolio development, and career/employment skills. Students will have an opportunity to select a concentration within the degree program to acquire further specialized skills and knowledge according to their interests and career objectives. This program builds on Certificate in Digital Graphics and Multimedia Design.
The undergraduate Certificate program in Digital Graphics and Multimedia Design provides students with the skills necessary to obtain support-level and entry-level employment in the fields of digital graphics and multimedia design through intensive, hands-on training in the industry-standard software (including digital image manipulation, print and web publishing, and illustration software), theoretical foundations of visual communications (including principles of design, typography, and color theory), a limited number of general education courses, and career/employment skills. The certificate program also serves as a foundation for the A.O.S. degree program in Digital Graphics and Multimedia Design.
SOC CODE(S) AND LINKS TO OCCUPATIONAL INFORMATION:
27-1014 ftp://ftp.bls.gov/pub/special.requests/ep/ind-occ.matrix/occ_pdf/occ_27-1014.pdf
43-9031 ftp://ftp.bls.gov/pub/special.requests/ep/ind-occ.matrix/occ_pdf/occ_43-9031.pdf
2010-2011 OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK HANDBOOK LINKS:
http://www.bls.gov/oco/pdf/ocos092.pdf
http://www.bls.gov/oco/pdf/ocos276.pdf
TOTAL PROGRAM TUITION AND FEES:
A.O.S. in Digital Graphics & Multimedia Design- $27,795
Certificate in Digital Graphics & Multimedia Design- $16,762
ESTIMATED PROGRAM COSTS FOR BOOKS AND SUPPLIES:
A.O.S. in Digital Graphics & Multimedia Design- $2,250
Certificate in Digital Graphics & Multimedia Design- $1,350
TOTAL CAMPUS LIVING ANNUAL ROOM AND BOARD CHARGES: None
URL LINK TO COLLEGE WEB SITE PROGRAM COSTS: Available in Catalog, only.
2010-2011 PROGRAM COMPLETION INFORMATION
NORMAL PROGRAM COMPLETION LENGTH IN MONTHS: 20 (A.O.S.); 12 (Certificate)
% STUDENTS WHO COMPLETED THE PROGRAM WITHIN NORMAL LENGTH DURING 2010-2011: 100%
DEBT AT PROGRAM COMPLETION
MEDIAN CUMULATIVE FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN DEBT:
AOS in Digital Graphics: $14,555
Certificate in Digital Graphics: $
JOB PLACEMENT INFORMATION
PROGRAM 2010-2011 JOB PLACEMENT RATE: 80.00%
JOB PLACEMENT COHORT DESCRIPTION:
Who is included in this sample?
This information provided includes all students who completed the program(s) between July 1, 2010 and June 30, 2011.
What kinds of jobs did they get?
All students considered placed were working in positions that required skills directly related to the credential earned and titles that are consistent with industry standards.
Who were their employers?
Students generally obtain positions within the local communities and surrounding areas of the Capital Region. Many students obtain employment concluding internships and clinical rotations required during their time of study.
How do we survey our graduates?
Graduate surveys are conducted for each cohort of graduates approximately ninety days upon graduation.
To whom do we report this information?
Mildred Elley periodically submits job placement information both to the New York State Education Department and to the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).
Mildred Elley is approved by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York to offer the Associate in Occupational Studies (A.O.S.) degree and undergraduate Certificate programs, and its programs are registered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED). As a degree-granting institution, Mildred Elley is a member of the University of the State of New York (USNY).
Inquiries to the New York State Education Department should be directed to:
New York State Education Department
Office of College & University Evaluation
5 North Mezzanine—Education Building
Albany, New York 12234
(518) 474-2593
www.nysed.gov
Mildred Elley is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award certificates and the Associate in Occupational Studies (A.O.S.) degree. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Inquiries should be directed to:
Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
750 First Street, N.E., Suite 980
Washington, D.C. 20002-4241
(202) 336-6780
www.acics.org