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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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Westwood College - O'Hare Airport
8501 W. Higgins Road
Chicago, IL 60631
Start your future in technology today at Westwood College of Technology in Chicago- O'Hare.
Sample programs:
Associate Degree - CAD - Architectural Drafting
Associate Degree - Graphic Design and Multimedia
Bachelor Degree - Animation
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Westwood College - Chicago - Loop
17 North State Street
Chicago, IL 60602
The Chicago campuses of Westwood College of Technology are committed to student success.
Sample programs:
Associate Degree - CAD - Architectural Drafting
Associate Degree - Graphic Design and Multimedia
Bachelor Degree - Animation
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Westwood College - Chicago - DuPage
7155 Janes Ave
Woodridge, IL 60517
Start your future in technology today at Westwood College of Technology in Chicago-DuPage.
Sample programs:
Associate Degree - Graphic Design and Multimedia
Bachelor Degree - Animation
Bachelor Degree - Game Art
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Westwood College - River Oaks
80 River Oaks Center
Calumet City, IL 60409
Start your future in technology today at Westwood College of Technology in River Oaks, Chicago.
Sample programs:
Associate Degree - Graphic Design and Multimedia
Bachelor Degree - Animation
Bachelor Degree - Game Art
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DeVry University - Chicago
3300 N. Campbell Avenue
Chicago, IL 60618
Get on the fast track to success at DeVry University.
Sample programs:
Associate - Web Graphic Design
Bachelor's - Multimedia Design and Development
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DeVry University - Addison
1221 North Swift Road
Addison, IL 60101
Get on the fast track to success at DeVry University.
Sample programs:
Associate - Web Graphic Design
Bachelor's - Multimedia Design and Development
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DeVry University - Tinley Park
18624 West Creek Drive
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Get on the fast track to success at DeVry University.
Sample programs:
Associate - Web Graphic Design
Bachelor's - Multimedia Design and Development
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DeVry University - Gurnee
1225 TriState Parkway
Gurnee, IL 60031
Get on the fast track to success at DeVry University.
Sample programs:
Associate - Web Graphic Design
Bachelor's - Multimedia Design and Development
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IADT - Chicago
One North State Street, Suite 400
Chicago, IL 60602
Start planning for your future at the International Academy of Design & Technology in Chicago.
Sample programs:
Fashion Design
Interior Design
Merchandising Management: Fashion Merchandising
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IADT - Schaumburg
915 National Parkway
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Start planning for your future at the International Academy of Design & Technology in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Sample programs:
Fashion Design
Interior Design
Merchandising Management: Fashion Merchandising
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