Washington · Graphic Communications

Best Graphic Communications institutions in Washington, ranked by earnings

The Graphic Communications program focuses on the principles and practices of graphic design and visual communication. It is designed for individuals interested in transforming ideas and messages into visual formats, whether through print…

Institutions
9
offering CIP 10.03
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
169
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
$37,605
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
1
College Scorecard
Median net price
$37,335
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
46%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Special Effects Artists and Animators
BLS OEWS 2024

Top 1 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings

Earnings = median 1 year after graduation (College Scorecard).

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1DigiPen Institute of Technology
Redmond Private for-profit · Bachelor's degree
$37,6057361%$39,863$27,000

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Special Effects Artists and Animators (SOC 27-1014).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
-8.1%
Decline
Openings / yr (US)
~13,700
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$45,160
typically High school diploma or equivalent

Top skills

MonitoringActive ListeningSpeakingReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive Learning

What Special Effects Artists and Animators earn in Washington

Jobs in Washington
2,510
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
annual
Best-paying metro
$146,600
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Graphic Communications programs in Washington.

Which Graphic Communications program in Washington has the highest-earning graduates?+

By median earnings one year after graduation (College Scorecard), DigiPen Institute of Technology tops the list at $37,605. Compare it against completions, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.

What is the focus of the Graphic Communications program?+

The Graphic Communications program focuses on the principles and practices of graphic design and visual communication. It is designed for individuals interested in transforming ideas and messages into visual formats, whether through print…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop monitoring, active listening, speaking, reading comprehension, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Special Effects Artists and Animators?+

The national job outlook is about -8.1% growth with around 13,700 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A High school diploma or equivalent is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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