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#1

#1 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA

At Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

60

SAT Score

1,060–1,290

Median Starting Salary

$56,151

#2

#2 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Columbus College of Art & Design
Columbus, OH

At Columbus College of Art & Design, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Illustration, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, and Commercial and Advertising Art....view more

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

970–1,190

Median Starting Salary

$55,105

#3

#3 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Oklahoma Christian University
Edmond, OK

Each year, Oklahoma Christian University grants about 128 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,010–1,250

Median Starting Salary

$55,054

#4

#4 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Russell Sage College
Troy, NY

At Russell Sage College, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,090–1,160

Median Starting Salary

$51,555

#5

#5 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth, MN

At the University of Minnesota Duluth, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. In fact, the University of Minnesota Duluth awards 133 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

1,140–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$55,752

#6

#6 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD

At the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, the most popular majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Criminal Justice/Police Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

850–1,010

Median Starting Salary

$51,198

#7

#7 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY

At Syracuse University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Economics, General, and Information Science/Studies. In fact, Syracuse University awards 291 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

49%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

1,310–1,440

Median Starting Salary

$53,877

#8

#8 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO

Every year, the University of Central Missouri grants around 95 degrees to students majoring in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

930–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$52,485

#9

#9 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

La Roche University
Pittsburgh, PA

At La Roche University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Interior Architecture, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. In fact, La Roche University awards 17 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

870–1,110

Median Starting Salary

$52,837

#10

#10 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Boise State University
Boise, ID

At Boise State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

920–1,130

Median Starting Salary

$50,101

#11

#11 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Seattle University
Seattle, WA

At Seattle University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer Science, Psychology, and General. In fact, Seattle University grants 244 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,220–1,380

Median Starting Salary

$53,802

#12

#12 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

College for Creative Studies
Detroit, MI

At the College for Creative Studies, the most popular majors students study are Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General, and Illustration....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

990–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$55,125

#13

#13 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Huntington University
Huntington, IN

Annually, Huntington University grants around 58 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

940–1,190

Median Starting Salary

$53,926

#14

#14 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

University of the Pacific
Stockton, CA

At the University of the Pacific, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,200–1,480

Median Starting Salary

$49,104

#15

#15 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX

Each year, Dallas Baptist University awards about 85 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

930–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$50,780

#16

#16 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Drake University
Des Moines, IA

Annually, Drake University awards around 41 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,110–1,350

Median Starting Salary

$55,998

#17

#17 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Salem State University
Salem, MA

Every year, Salem State University grants around 126 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

990–1,160

Median Starting Salary

$52,160

#18

#18 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Concord University
Athens, WV

Each year, Concord University grants around 68 degrees to students majoring in General Studies, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

900–1,130

Median Starting Salary

$50,691

#19

#19 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR

Every year, Arkansas State University grants around 318 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and General Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

970–1,190

Median Starting Salary

$48,873

#20

#20 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Art Center College of Design
Pasadena, CA

At the Art Center College of Design, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Illustration, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, and Graphic Design....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$50,252

#21

#21 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Seton Hill University
Greensburg, PA

Each year, Seton Hill University awards around 34 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Pre-Physician Assistant, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,020–1,250

Median Starting Salary

$57,044

#22

#22 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO

At Southwest Baptist University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

930–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$50,326

#23

#23 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA

Every year, Upper Iowa University grants about 141 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Human Services, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

930–1,140

Median Starting Salary

$49,189

#24

#24 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

SUNY at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY

At SUNY at Fredonia, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Music Teacher Education, and Elementary Education and Teaching. In fact, SUNY at Fredonia grants 53 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,160–1,360

Median Starting Salary

$54,693

#25

#25 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Nazareth University
Rochester, NY

Every year, Nazareth University awards about 46 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, and Organizational Leadership....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,210–1,340

Median Starting Salary

$57,649

#26

#26 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Springfield College
Springfield, MA

Each year, Springfield College awards around 63 degrees to those majoring in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Physical Therapy/Therapist, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Physician Assistant....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,180–1,340

Median Starting Salary

$52,084

#27

#27 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Arcadia University
Glenside, PA

Every year, Arcadia University grants around 51 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,050–1,270

Median Starting Salary

$54,144

#28

#28 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Wartburg College
Waverly, IA

Annually, Wartburg College awards about 76 degrees to students majoring in Business/Commerce, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Engineering Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,070–1,280

Median Starting Salary

$57,091

#29

#29 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Keene State College
Keene, NH

Each year, Keene State College awards around 66 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician, and Elementary Education and......view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

890–1,250

Median Starting Salary

$58,720

#30

#30 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN

At the University of Indianapolis, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

970–1,190

Median Starting Salary

$53,504

#31

#31 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Waynesburg University
Waynesburg, PA

Every year, Waynesburg University grants around 35 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

950–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$55,880

#32

#32 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Dominican University
River Forest, IL

At Dominican University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Accounting. In fact, Dominican University grants 49 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

870–1,140

Median Starting Salary

$50,153

#33

#33 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Ball State University
Muncie, IN

Every year, Ball State University awards around 190 degrees to students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,100–1,270

Median Starting Salary

$55,097

#34

#34 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Marian University
Indianapolis, IN

Every year, Marian University awards about 228 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

970–1,200

Median Starting Salary

$51,548

#35

#35 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

La Sierra University
Riverside, CA

Each year, La Sierra University grants around 41 degrees to students studying Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$52,018

#36

#36 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Millikin University
Decatur, IL

Annually, Millikin University grants about 19 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Elementary Education and Teaching, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Musical Theatre....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

950–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$52,283

#37

#37 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GA

At the University of North Georgia, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

990–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$51,432

#38

#38 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY

Annually, Fashion Institute of Technology awards around 417 degrees to students studying Fashion Merchandising, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Fashion/Apparel Design, Communication Management and Strategic Communications, and International Marketing....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

55

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$51,847

#39

#39 Best College for Commercial and Advertising Art in the U.S.

Pennsylvania Western University
California, PA

Annually, Pennsylvania Western University grants about 130 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

940–1,150

Median Starting Salary

$51,847

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About Commercial and Advertising Art

A program in the applied visual arts that prepares individuals to use artistic techniques to effectively communicate ideas and information to business and consumer audiences via illustrations and other forms of digital or printed media. Includes instruction in concept design, layout, paste-up, and techniques such as engraving, etching, silkscreen, lithography, offset, drawing and cartooning, painting, collage, and computer graphics.

Those who are interested in Commercial and Advertising Art can study up to a Bachelors degree. Right now, 2,340 students earn a some level of degree in Commercial and Advertising Art around the country each year. More students earn a degree in Commercial and Advertising Art in the state of New York than any other state. The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Commercial and Advertising Art is $45,300.

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Careers

The highest paying career for Commercial and Advertising Art majors is Commercial and Industrial Designers. But, another thing to consider is how many job openings there currently is. A career that is in high need that a degree in Commercial and Advertising Art can prepare you for is Graphic Designers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Commercial and Advertising Art majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Commercial and Advertising Art majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
495
Female Students
325 (65%)
Male Students
170 (34%)

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