Appalachian State University (ASU) offers two different paths for those wanting to enter the photography field. On the one hand, students can pursue a traditional photography program by majoring in studio art with an emphasis in photography. Students completing this program received a bachelor of fine arts (B.F.A.) degree. On the other hand, students can also pursue a bachelor of science (B.S.) degree in technical photography through the university's School of Technology. This program covers a variety of topics within the field such as digital imaging, digital workflow, print and film processing, and studio and lab management.
Department of Art
Appalachian State University
232 Herbert Wey Hall
ASU Box 32020
Boone, NC 28608
828-262-2220
appstate.edu
With schools located across the United States, the Art Institute of Charlotte has gained a reputation as an institution that provides students with flexible degree options. Many programs can be taken as online degree programs, while others mix classroom instruction with online study. A bachelor of arts degree in photography is offered, and students are instructed from both a creative and technical standpoint. Graduation requires 188 credit hours from courses that include. Image Manipulation, Photojournalism, Architectural Photography, History of Photography, and Advanced Lighting.
The Art Institute of Charlotte
Three LakePointe Plaza
2110 Water Ridge Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28217
704-357-8020
artinstitutes.edu/charlotte/
Associate degrees in photography field are offered by Randolph Community College (RCC) in Asheboro. RCC offers students the advantage of working in a 35,000 square-foot lab and studio facility that contains three separate digital imaging labs. Students can pursue a two-year associate degree that requires 21 to 24 courses, with concentrations in portrait studio management, biocommunications (technical and scientific photography), photojournalism, and commercial photography. The school offers students several opportunities to gain significant experience through internship programs working with local businesses.
Randolph Community College
629 Industrial Park Ave.
Asheboro, NC 27204
336-633-0200
randolph.edu