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Massachusetts offers an abundance of graphic design schools, giving students the ability to learn the skills necessary to find careers in advertising, product design and branding. The programs offered in these schools include classes such as illustration, typography and web design. Furthermore, these schools offer certificates, associates, bachelors and masters degrees—whatever works best for the students’ needs. Many colleges and universities in Massachusetts are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. Some include:
- Massachusetts College of Art and Design in Boston
- The New England School of Art & Design at Suffolk University in Boston
- Montserrat College of Art in Beverly
- Salem State College in Salem, offering a degree in art with concentration/minor in graphic design
Additional schools are:
- Northeastern University in Boston
- Becker College in Worcester, offering a degree in art with a graphic design concentration
In Massachusetts, the most popular cities for graphic designers are Framingham, Pittsfield and Boston. The salary ranges from $34,170 in Leominster to $58,210 in Framingham. Boston, the most popular city, averages salaries at $49,160 for graphic design careers.
The rhythm of Massachusetts beats steadily with prominent city life, rich history and spirited maritime attractions. The capital city of Boston is home to many sports teams such as the Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics and New England Patriots. It also features the Freedom Trail, art and history museums and lots of shopping centers and marketplaces. South of Boston is Plymouth, the site of the first Pilgrim landing, which then gives way to the Cape and Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Islands.
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