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Few places in the country as many career training and job prospects in graphic design, film, and multimedia professions as Illinois does. The state ranks fifth in the nation for sheer number of colleges and universities, making its diverse array of design programs appealing. Plus, both Peoria and Rockford rank among the Milken Institute's Best Performing Cities, and Forbes' Best Places for Business and Careers, Per Capita Income, Average Annual Pay, and Cost of Living.
A Creative Career in Illinois
The state of Illinois also recently designated the film and television industry as key to its future economic growth. With films like The Break-Up and Stranger Than Fiction, and TV shows like Prison Break all shot in Illinois, this industry generated $77 million for the state's economy, and created nearly 15,000 jobs. Progressive tax incentives and a tremendous pool of local resources are being put into job creation in film and TV. You can benefit from this boost by beginning your design courses in this hub of creative energy.
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ITT Technical Institute - Burr Ridge
7040 High Grove Blvd.
Burr Ridge, IL 60527
Are you interested in pursuing a high-tech career? Getting an education from ITT Tech is a great place to start!
Sample programs:
School of Drafting and Design
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ITT Technical Institute - Mount Prospect
1401 Feehanville Drive
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Are you interested in pursuing a high-tech career? Getting an education from ITT Tech is a great place to start!
Sample programs:
School of Drafting and Design
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The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago
350 N. Orleans Street
Chicago, IL 60654
Develop your portfolio at The Art Institutes, and get a competitive advantage.
Sample programs:
Advertising
Apparel / Fashion Design
Digital Film & Video Production
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The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg
1000 N. Plaza Drive, Suite 100
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Develop your portfolio at The Art Institutes, and get a competitive advantage.
Sample programs:
Advertising
Apparel / Fashion Design
Digital Design
More
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Fox College
4201 W 93rd Street
Bedford Park, IL 60453
Fox College in the Chicago area has a stellar reputation for preparing students just like you for a rewarding career in Business or Healthcare.
Sample programs:
Graphic Design
Retail and Merchandising Management
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Harrington College of Design
200 West Madison, 2nd Floor
Chicago, IL 60606
Design your future at Harrington College of Design.
Sample programs:
Communication Design
Digital Photography
Interior Design
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Vatterott College - Quincy
501 North 3rd Street
Quincy, IL 62301
Build the life you want with training from Vatterott.
Sample programs:
Computer - Aided Drafting & Design
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Rasmussen College - Rockford
6000 E State St
Rockford, IL 61108
You deserve a better career and a better life. Rasmussen College in Minnesota can help you get both.
Sample programs:
Multimedia Technologies Associate Degree
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Rasmussen College - Aurora
2363 Sequoia Dr.
Aurora, IL 60506
You deserve a better career and a better life. Rasmussen College in Minnesota can help you get both.
Sample programs:
Multimedia Tech Associates - Web Design
Multimedia Technologies Associate Degree
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Rasmussen College - Romeoville/Joliet
1400 W. Normantown Road
Romeoville, IL 60446
You deserve a better career and a better life. Rasmussen College in Minnesota can help you get both.
Sample programs:
Multimedia Tech Associates - Web Design
Multimedia Technologies Associate Degree
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