Many U.S. colleges offer programs for associate's and bachelor's degrees in web design. The School of Design at Westwood College, which is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), offers the bachelor's degree program, which is rated highly due to its small class sizes, flexible learning opportunities and quality teaching staff. The three-year program includes page design, advanced interactive authoring and design, database design, Web technologies and image editing. It is an online study course, meaning it is available to all students who have an Internet connection.
Westwood College
1551 South Douglass Road
Anaheim, CA 92806
800-281-2978
westwood.edu
Another option for students wishing to take a Web-based degree program is the bachelor's degree in Web development. Elements of the program typically include systems analysis and design, programming, database design, network architecture and administration, Web technologies and maintenance. University of Phoenix, one of the most widely recognized online-focused universities in the world, offers a Bachelor of Science degree in information technology with a concentration in Web development.
University of Phoenix
3075 West Ray Road
Chandler, AZ 85226
866-766-0766
phoenix.edu
The bachelor of fine arts in visual communication (BFA) with a concentration in Web design and development is available at American InterContinental University, which is consistently ranked in the top 10 of Web design schools in the United States. The program covers all areas applicable to the Web design industry, including basic and advanced techniques of Web design, file formats for online delivery, digital graphics, animated Web graphics and interactive software.
American InterContinental University
5550 Prairie Stone Parkway, Suite 400
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
877-701-3800
aiuniv.edu
A popular choice for students pursuing a career in Web design is a program in Internet and website development, such as the certificate offered by Kaplan University. This is in addition to the college's degree programs in Web design and Web development. Kaplan programs are available online and also at many locations across the United States. The certificate in Internet and website development prepares students to work in many areas, including Web development and software programming, and results in credits that are transferable to Kaplan University degree programs.
Kaplan Inc. Headquarters
888 7th Avenue
New York, NY 10106
212-492-5800
kaplan.com