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Graphic Design, Associate in Applied Science

at Spokane Falls Community College · 184 credits

An applied associate degree — built to start a career. About 2 years full-time.

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$5,461

In-state tuition / yr

$32,882

Median earnings after

55%

Earn above HS-grad wage

Source: federal College Scorecard (2026). College-wide — not specific to this program.

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5 transfer directly6 count as electives2 won't transfer38 not listed yet0 open this term (Fall 2026)

Showing transfer outcomes to Washington State University for 51 required courses at Spokane Falls Community College. Browse all transfer pathways →

A. Program Courses (all required)

Design Process I
GRDSN 101 · 4 credits
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Design Technology I
GRDSN 102 · 3 credits
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Drawing for Graphic Designers
GRDSN 105 · 3 credits
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History of Design
GRDSN 109 · 5 credits
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Design Process II
GRDSN 111 · 4 credits
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Design Technology II
GRDSN 112 · 3 credits
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Design Process III
GRDSN 121 · 4 credits
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Design Technology III
GRDSN 122 · 3 credits
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Typography and Layout
GRDSN 151 · 3 credits
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Illustrator I
GRDSN 156 · 2 credits
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PhotoShop I
GRDSN 158 · 2 credits
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InDesign I
GRDSN 163 · 2 credits
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Web Development I
GRDSN 181 · 4 credits
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Web Development II
GRDSN 182 · 3 credits
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Web Development III
GRDSN 183 · 3 credits
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Design Process IV
GRDSN 201 · 4 credits
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Design Technology IV
GRDSN 202 · 3 credits
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Design Process V
GRDSN 211 · 4 credits
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Design Technology V
GRDSN 212 · 3 credits
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Design Process VI
GRDSN 221 · 4 credits
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Design Portfolio
GRDSN 223 · 3 credits
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Multimedia I
GRDSN 235 · 3 credits
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Multimedia II
GRDSN 236 · 3 credits
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Multimedia III
GRDSN 237 · 3 credits
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Cooperative Education Seminar
GRDSN 266 · 1 credit
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Cooperative Education Work Experience
GRDSN 267 · 1 credit
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B. Communications Requirement (choose 5 credits)

Introduction to Communication
CMST& 101 · 5 credits
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Gender Communication
CMST 226 · 5 credits
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Intercultural Communication
CMST 227 · 5 credits
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English Composition I
ENGL& 101 · 5 credits
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Introduction to News Writing
JOURN 220 · 5 credits
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Multimedia Journalism
JOURN 225 · 5 credits
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C. Computation Requirement (choose 5 credits)

Practical Business Math Applications
BUS 123 · 5 credits
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Math in Society
MATH& 107 · 5 credits
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Algebra for Math Literacy I
MATH 87 · 5 credits
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Won't transfer
Algebra for Math Literacy II
MATH 88 · 5 credits
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D. Human Relations/Leadership Requirement (choose 5 credits)

Interpersonal Communication
CMST& 210 · 5 credits
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Gender Communication
CMST 226 · 5 credits
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Intercultural Communication
CMST 227 · 5 credits
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Introduction to Cultural Studies
HUM 107 · 5 credits
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Principles of Management
MMGT 101 · 5 credits
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Intro to Sociology
SOC& 101 · 5 credits
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Race and Ethnic Relations
SOC 221 · 5 credits
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Sociology of Gender
SOC 230 · 5 credits
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E. Software Elective (choose 2 credits)

Illustrator II
GRDSN 164 · 2 credits
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PhotoShop II
GRDSN 166 · 2 credits
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InDesign II
GRDSN 168 · 2 credits
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After Effects I
GRDSN 175 · 2 credits
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After Effects II
GRDSN 178 · 2 credits
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Experience Design I
GRDSN 179 · 2 credits
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Experience Design II
GRDSN 180 · 2 credits
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Transfer outcomes reflect recorded course-to-course equivalencies and may not capture every agreement. Confirm with your advisor and the receiving university before enrolling.