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Schools Offering Photography Degrees

  • Ashworth University

    Ashworth University

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    Intro to Photography

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  • Stratford Career Institute

    Stratford Career Institute

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    Photography

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  • American InterContinental University

    American InterContinental University

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    Visual Communications: Photography

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  • Brooks Institute

    Brooks Institute

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    Professional Photography

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  • Brown College

    Brown College

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    Digital Photography

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  • Harrington College of Design

    Harrington College of Design

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    Digital Photography

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  • International Academy of Design and Technology

    International Academy of Design and Technology

    10 Locations - Learn More

    Digital Photography

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  • The Art Institutes

    The Art Institutes

    39 Locations - Learn More

    Commercial Photography

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    Digital Photography

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    Photography

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  • Antonelli College

    Antonelli College

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    Photography

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  • Briarcliffe College

    Briarcliffe College

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    Digital Photography

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  • Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University

    Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University

    Waltham, Massachusetts - Learn More

    Photography

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  • Ohio Institute of Photography and Technology

    Ohio Institute of Photography and Technology

    Dayton, Ohio - Learn More

    Associate: Photographic Technology/Commercial Photography

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    Associate: Photographic Technology/General Applied Photography

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    Associate: Photographic Technology/Portrait Photography

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Getdegrees.com features the nations top campus and distance learning schools accredited by local and national agencies. Find college degrees online or at a campus nearby. Currently featuring 13 photography schools offering over 9 photography related degrees, certificates and diplomas.

Digital cameras, computer software, and inexpensive color printers all mean that it has never been easier to be your own photographic studio. Don't make the mistake though of believing that anyone can now be a professional photographer. There is a big difference between good amateur and fully professional photography, and if you aspire to take photos that people will pay you for, then you need the education that photography schools can offer.

What will I learn at photography schools?
Photography schools will develop your instincts for shape, color, and composition, so your sense of what makes a good photo is as strong as possible. You will also study the different technologies available to the modern photographer, in particular digital photography and computer editing and manipulation. More specialized study will teach you the skills and techniques for photojournalism, scientific photographic, portraits, and other areas of photo imaging. Your photography schools education will make you esthetically and technically a far more competent photographer. You will also be prepared to make your way in the challenging world of commercial photography.

What is the job outlook for photography school graduates?
Of the 129,000 photographers working in 2004, in excess of 50% were self-employed. This is a high proportion and reflects the highly competitive nature of the work. Many people would like to make a living as photographers, so be prepared to compete to establish your credentials. Employers, (such as newspapers or scientific publishers) will probably expect you to have relevant training. But even as a freelance, the skills that photography schools will teach you will help you to maximize your potential in this exciting and competitive world.