Graphic Information Technology ,BS
Digital Publishing, Graphic Design, Internet, Multimedia, Newspaper Production, Photography, Printing, Web Development, animation, design, digital, digital photography, graphics
The cross-media nature of the graphics industry requires tomorrow's graduates to understand the full spectrum of visual design and production as well as current business practices.
The graphic information technology program prepares students to become visual design technologists with skills in front-end web design and development, print and digital publishing, commercial photography and videography, and motion graphics and visual effects.
This is an intensive program of study emphasizing theory and hands-on laboratory practice.
- College/School:
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
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Location:
Polytechnic campus
or Online, ASU Local@Los Angeles
- Additional Program Fee: Yes
- Second Language Requirement: No
- First Required Math Course: MAT 170 - Precalculus
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Math Intensity:
Moderate
Students can choose to create their own concurrent degree combination to match their interests by working with their academic advisor during or after their first semester of study. Some concurrent combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum; students should speak with their academic advisor for more details.
This degree is also offered as a concurrent program with an integrated major map with the following:
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. During their junior year, eligible students are advised by their academic departments to apply.
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
Freshman | Transfer | International | Readmission
Additional Requirements:
Concurrent degree admission:
Freshman applicants must meet all of the following standards:
- 3.75 minimum ABOR GPA
- no English competency deficiencies
- 960 SAT Reasoning or 22 ACT score
Transfer applicants also must meet the following standard:
Transfer students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 from a transfer institution.
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
ASU students who would like to change their majors to the concurrent program with journalism and mass communication must have at least a cumulative GPA of 3.00 in 12 or more credit hours of ASU courses that can be used to satisfy the Cronkite School's nonelective General Studies requirements.
Students should refer to https://changemajor.apps.asu.edu for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program description and request more information here.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU™ to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and help students save time and money in their college journey. Students may learn more about these programs by visiting the admission site: https://admission.asu.edu/transfer/pathway-programs.
With over 250 programs in more than 65 countries (programs vary in length, from one week to one year) study abroad is possible for all ASU students who wish to gain global skills and knowledge in preparation for a 21st century career. Students earn ASU credit for completed courses, while staying on track for graduation, and may apply financial aid and scholarships toward program costs. https://mystudyabroad.asu.edu/
Graphic information technology prepares graduates for technical and management positions in visual design in such diverse areas as:
- art direction
- commercial photography and videography
- front-end web design and development
- graphic design
- motion graphics and visual effects
- premedia, digital printing and publishing
- production managers
- quality assurance of graphic and visual design products
- technical and digital media production
- user experience design
- user interface design
- visual design
Career examples include but are not limited to those shown in the following list. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.
Career | *Growth | *Median Salary |
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8.4%
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$70,530
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5.4%
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$92,500
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17.0%
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$61,180
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$42,350
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4.2%
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$48,700
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$32,490
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15.0%
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$67,990
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Graphic Information Technology
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WANER 201
polyadvising@asu.edu
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480-727-1874
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor’s degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
4+1 year programs
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies by combining undergraduate with graduate coursework, which may allow them to earn a bachelor’s and a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. During their junior year, eligible students are advised by their academic departments to apply.
