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Unlike other art programs, studio art programs allow students to spend the majority of their time creating art in a studio environment, rather than spending a significant amount of time studying other subjects in a classroom. This helps students master multiple art forms in a reasonable amount of time that can be used in a wide variety of  industries from advertising to film to the legal and medical fields. The reason studio artists have such a diverse list of careers to choose from is, studio art encompasses everything from ceramics to photography to digital art and design. Not only this, but just about every industry utilizes these art forms at one time or another, whether it’s to promote their services, create corporate training materials, or help win a court case with the assistance of simulations or illustrations.

The state of Louisiana enjoys a fast-improving local economy and a growing demand for professional multimedia artists.  Louisiana offers a virtually unlimited array of educational and career opportunities in the high tech field of audio-visual design, particularly editing.

Recent technological developments in digital graphics have created an increasing, worldwide demand for professional animation artists.  The state of Louisiana, with its fast improving, tourism-based economy and several good-sized cities, is a land of opportunity for local artists pursuing careers in this high tech occupation.

Louisiana is home to more than 70 Title IV degree-granting institutions and many other degree-granting schools. A Title IV school is eligible for Title IV federal financial-aid programs, making them more accessible to students with serious financial need. In order to obtain Title IV status, an institution must meet five strict requirements. Title IV schools (1) have been in business for at least 2 years, (2) have accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, (3) grant an associate's degree or higher, (4) have signed a participation agreement with the Department, and (5) offer a program of at least 300 clock hours in length.