Iowa Graphic Design Schools: Most Expensive to Least Expensive

Aspiring Iowa graphic designers have a number of design schools to choose from. Several are Title IV degree-granting institutions. What this means is, these schools are eligible for Title IV financial aid programs. Five specific requirements must be met in order to become a Title IV school. The state’s 66 Title IV degree-granting institutions (1) have accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, (2) have been in business for at least 2 years, (3) sign a participation agreement with the Department, (4) grant an associate's degree or higher, and (5) offer a program of at least 300 clock hours in length.

Although Iowa’s Title IV schools offer access to a wide range of financial aid programs, many are still quite “affordable” in comparison to other schools across the U.S. The university of Northern Iowa, and Ashford University are just two examples. If you’re ready to shop and compare Iowa graphic design schools, take a look at the most expensive to least expensive schools below and what you can expect to pay. Keep in mind that resident tuition is usually lower than nonresident tuition, and graduate students typically pay more per credit hour than undergraduate students.

Most Expensive Iowa Graphic Design Schools

Drake University, Des Moines - Tuition Cost: Undergraduate $28,250 for the 2011 – 2012 school year

Loras College, Dubuque – Tuition Cost: Undergraduate $25,906 for the 2011-2012 school year

Least Expensive Iowa Graphic Design Schools

Ashford University, Clinton  - Tuition Cost: Undergraduate $15,720 for the 2011-2012 school year

University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls – Tuition Cost: Undergraduate $6,480 for the 2011-2012 school year

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Iowa Graphic Design Scene

Iowa was home to around 1,570 salaried graphic designers in 2002. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ May 2010 State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates, Iowa is now home to nearly 2,000 salaried designers. This growth trend is expected to continue through 2018. This is great news for aspiring graphic designers living in Iowa because employment opportunities are not too tough to find.

Iowa graphic designers work in the top industries for this occupation including advertising, public relations, publishing, printing and related services, specialized design services, and computer systems design. There are more than 800 technology firms in Iowa, 3,000+ printing and publishing companies, and more than 1,000 creative firms. Just a few options for designers interested in advertising include Mathis, Earnest & Vandeventer, Hellman Associates, McCormick Advertising, Flynn Wright, and the Meyocks Group.