School of Graphic Design Programs in California | Platt College
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Start an exciting career in the graphic design field today!

Available Programs

With Platt College’s graphic design programs, you can become a production artist, graphic designer, illustrator, layout artist, or computer artist. You might also work with photo manipulation, typographical design, presentation graphics, prepress production, and design assistant.

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Associate’s Degree in Graphic Design

Platt College’s Graphic Design Hybrid Program helps you build the skills you need to start an exciting new career.
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Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Communication

Platt College School of Graphic Design’s Bachelors Degree Program in Visual Communication helps you build the skills you need to start an exciting new career. You will specialize in 2D Print.

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    Platt College Ontario

    3110 East Guasti Road Suite 100 Ontario, CA 91761

    1-888-80-PLATT (1-888-807-5288)

    Platt College Ontario is conveniently located minutes off the 10 freeway on Guasti Road and easily accessible for students across the Inland Empire.

Frequently Asked Questions

Platt College’s School of Design offers design degree programs focused on visual communication and graphic design coursework. Program content, delivery format, and campus availability are defined in the current catalog and catalog addendum.
The School of Design offers:
Graphic Design — Associate Degree (Hybrid Program)
Visual Communications — Bachelor’s Degree (Hybrid Program)
Program availability and start dates are reviewed during the enrollment process.
School of Design programs are offered at:
Ontario Campus
School of Design programs are offered as hybrid programs:
Program will be taught through a combination of online and on-campus courses.
All program courses have been predetermined to be either online or on-ground.
Course sequencing and schedules are determined by the established curriculum and cohort start date.
The Graphic Design Associate Degree Hybrid Program provides instruction in visual communication and design production concepts, which may include:
Design principles and composition
Typography and layout
Digital imaging and graphic production
Illustration and vector-based design
Brand and design concepts
Portfolio development and presentation
Course titles and sequence are defined by the program plan.
The Visual Communications Bachelor’s Degree Hybrid Program provides upper-division design coursework that builds on design foundations. Instruction may include advanced visual communication concepts, applied design production, and portfolio-level project work. Course titles and sequence are defined by the program plan.

Graphic Design Associate Degree (Hybrid Program): 15 months

1200 clock hours
91.5 quarter credits

Visual Communications Bachelor’s Degree (Hybrid Program): 31 months

2500 clock hours
189 quarter credits

Graphic Design Hybrid Program: Associate Degree in Graphic Design
Visual Communications Hybrid Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Communications
Credentials are awarded upon successful completion of all academic, attendance, and financial requirements.
Schedules vary by cohort and term for the School of Design programs. Current schedule options are reviewed during the enrollment process.
Financial aid for the School of Design programs are available to students who qualify. Eligibility and options are reviewed during the financial aid portion of the enrollment process.
The most current cost for the School of Design programs information can be found in the Catalog Addendum and will also be reviewed during the enrollment process.
Costs shown in the Catalog Addendum include:
Tuition
Books & supplies
Admissions requirements for the School of Design programs include:
Proof of high school graduation, GED, or equivalent
Completion of a personal admissions interview and tour of the campus
Completion of required enrollment documentation

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Transfer credit may be considered, subject to transcript evaluation and academic approval for the School of Design programs. General education coursework may be eligible for transfer depending on program requirements.
The enrollment process for the School of Design programs typically includes:
Requesting information and speaking with Admissions
Completing a personal admissions interview and tour of the campus
Submitting required documentation
Reviewing required disclosures
Completing enrollment paperworkBeginning the program in the next available cohort (subject to availability)Additional high-search & clarifying FAQs
Graphic Design is offered at the Ontario campus.
Visual Communications is offered at the Ontario campus.
The School of Design programs are delivered as hybrid programs, with coursework designated as either online or on-ground.
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