42 Design Preparatory Programs in USA

Design Immersion Days (DID) is an immersive four-week summer program that introduces high school students to design and architecture. It is intended to inspire curiosity about the world of design, introduce basic design knowledge and critical thinking skills, and familiarize students with the expansive architecture and design culture of Los Angeles.

Online Certificate in Optical Instrument Design: An increasing amount of today’s consumer, industrial, and business products incorporate optomechanical systems. These are essential to virtually every industry, including defence, medical, clean energy, nanotechnology, automotive, electronics, communications, entertainment, computers, and consumer products.

Reimagine design work in the age of AI. Enhance your design approach by seamlessly integrating the latest AI-tools and methods for research, idea generation, and project execution.

Go beyond UX for interfaces and digital products through Pratt SCPS’s Human-Centered Design Certificate.

Enroll in the online A.S. in Digital Communication and Design from Campbellsville University. In our program, you'll learn the foundations of digital communication, advertising and marketing and explore the ever-changing digital marketing world. You will also have the opportunity to earn Google certification in digital marketing and e-commerce while pursuing the associate degree. Graduate in as little as one year with skills in customer engagement, marketing analytics and more.

Creative AI Academy will design and implement bespoke training programs that address specific organizational needs, empowering companies to harness the power of AI and design in their operations. The integration of Pratt Institute’s digital badges will provide a prestigious and recognizable certification, affirming the accomplishment and expertise gained through these advanced learning programs.

Building skills in developing and delivering online learning are integral to addressing the task of training online. As companies increasingly recognize the value of online learning, training functions must keep pace with advances in instructional methodologies and new technology. It is critical that training professionals remain up-to-date with changes to how training is produced and delivered.

Engage in rigorous college-level courses as a high school student and earn elective college credits accepted at Pratt and most other universities. Modeled after Pratt Institute’s undergraduate offerings in art, design, architecture, and writing, and taught by Pratt faculty, PreCollege courses immerse students in the creative process. PreCollege students are connected with a vibrant community of like-minded young people developing their skills and individual voice.

Are you passionate about video games? Now you can go from being a mere reader to dedicating yourself professionally to producing them yourself. It doesn't matter what level you start from or your previous studies. You can become a professional and turn your passion into your profession. We will guide you like true mentors and show you step by step how to achieve this.

The Minor in Design provides students with an opportunity to learn about perceptual, conceptual and technical skills needed in the field of graphic design. Students will learn about studio habits, image-making, visual research, typography and the history of modern design. Coursework spans across both screen and print technologies.

The Floral Design major prepares students for work in the floral design industry.

Synthesize content into form using the design process. Consider different theories, design principles and processes in generating solutions.

Concept designers bring stories to life by designing everything an audience sees—from props and scenery to costumes and characters. Concept Design at CCS is an intimate, competitive program, with a curriculum developed by Entertainment Arts (EA) Chair and veteran concept designer Tim Flattery. Studies include conceptual skills, 2D and 3D execution, and designing hardware, architecture, characters, and environments.

Montana State University-Northern offers an American Design Drafting Association (ADDA) certified Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Design Drafting Technology.