Schools for Graphic Design

Graphic Design Schools

Graphic design schools open up students to a wide range of creative career possibilities in publishing, corporate design, web and design for other interactive media. High school graphic design programs get you started on an exciting, creative career and few schools are as well prepared to teach students the best skills as well as private schools.

Graphic design programs in high school can teach students basics in real-world design and presentation including design for logos, flyers and more. Students are also introduced to the latest graphic designing tools, and subjects like color theory, composition rules and layout fundamentals. Students can also learn the principles and strategies behind successful visual presentation. Many of the instructors in these schools are among the best high school graphics teachers in the country!

The basic level of the program focuses on developing your understanding of design fundamentals. The advanced programs teach you to apply design principles to a variety of design problems. Students will also learn to design materials for print and the web.

High schools teaching graphics design

Several high schools with graphic design programs help students with a creative or artistic disposition to develop their talents in this field. Students learn some essential graphic design skills that can help them have a career in graphic design later on. Graphic designer careers include artist, digital media development, game designer, illustrator, animator and many more. Considering the trends in the industries in which they work, the number of graphic designers and illustrators is expected to increase tremendously over the next few years. A student’s artistic ability and personal style are key factors for success.

Many of the graphic design programs at schools listed here will be constantly updated to reflect the latest industry standards and keep up with technology. These programs will help prepare you for the best universities and colleges and for an exciting career beyond!

Learn more about each school's graphic designs program from the schools listed below.

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List of graphic design schools

School Name	Type	Cost
Toronto Prep School (est. 2009) Toronto, Ontario 7 to 12 Coed Day school (395 students) Toronto Prep School starts later in order to maximize teen learning. The optimal time for teenagers to learn is late in the morning through to late afternoon. Our classes start at 10:00 am. [View profile]	Traditional	$26,250 to $27,250		MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed	26250
La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science (est. 2000) Toronto, Ontario NS to 12 Coed Day school (180 students) La Citadelle's Excellence in Bilingual Education and academically advanced curriculum develop successful global citizens through IB & AP programs and a holistic approach where students achieve their highest potential. [View profile]	Traditional International Baccalaureate	$12,500 to $26,800		Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed	12500
McDonald International Academy (est. 1994) Toronto, Ontario 9 to 12 Coed Day school Boarding school McDonald International Academy offers programs for grades 9 to 12 with 2 locations in the heart of Toronto. Its average class size is 10 to 20 students. [View profile]	Traditional	$10,000 to $29,300		HighSchools Day Boarding Coed	10000
Banbury Crossroads School (est. 1979) Calgary, Alberta PS to 12 Coed Day school (90 students) Since 1979, Banbury's student-paced approach with tutorial instruction is in small, multi-aged groups of 10:1. Meainingful relationships enhance learning. Member of Canadian Coalition of Self Directed Learning--CCSDL. [View profile]	Progressive	$8,000 to $10,000		Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed	8000
Canada Star Secondary School (est. 2016) Richmond, British Columbia 8 to 12 Coed Homestay school (80 students) Day school (50 students) Canada Star Secondary's vision is to provide superior academic opportunities that allow our students to develop interests, pursue passions, and to follow the path to success and admission to top-ranked universities. [View profile]	Traditional	$14,800 to $27,800		HighSchools Homestay Day Coed	14800
Briercrest Christian Academy (est. 1946) Caronport, Saskatchewan 9 to 12 Coed Boarding school (60 students) Day school (90 students) BCA combines a private Christian school experience with the best of public education and Saskatchewan curriculum. Our small school shares facilities with Briercrest College and Seminary on a campus of 900 students. [View profile]	Traditional	$3,135 to $33,061 User reviews (21)	• User reviews (21)	HighSchools Boarding Day Coed	3135
Léman Manhattan Preparatory School (est. 2010) New York, New York(USA) PS to 12 Coed Boarding school (100 students) Day school (800 students) Léman Manhattan - the only boarding school in Manhattan, New York that delivers academic excellence that inspires your child for a lifetime. IB Diploma program and unique internship opportunities offered in the city. [View profile]	Traditional International Baccalaureate	US $5,500 to US $93,000		Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed	5500
Lower Canada College (est. 1909) Montreal, Quebec K to 12 Coed Day school (800 students) Lower Canada College is a coed, K-12 university preparatory school, committed to excellence in teaching and learning. It is the only English school in Quebec offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. [View profile]	Liberal Arts International Baccalaureate	$18,695 to $23,845		Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed	18695
Greenwood College School (est. 2002) Toronto, Ontario 7 to 12 Coed Day school (498 students) Greenwood College School in Toronto offers programs for Grades 7 through 12. Its average class size is 15 to 19 students. [View profile]	Progressive	$36,650		MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed	36650
Kelowna Christian School (est. 1978) Kelowna, British Columbia PS to 12 Coed Day school (775 students) Established in 1978, our passion is to provide families with transformative, excellent education that equips and inspires students to be disciples who are world changers that love and serve God and others. [View profile]	Progressive	$4,750 to $6,550		Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed	4750
North Broward Preparatory School (est. 1957) Coconut Creek, Florida(USA) K to 12 Coed Day school (1296 students) Boarding school (325 students) North Broward Preparatory School is a K-12 co-educational day and boarding school located in S. Florida located minutes from the beach with IB, AP, and LD classes set on 80 acres with year round hockey. [View profile]	Liberal Arts International Baccalaureate	US $24,200 to US $59,950		Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed	24200
Clear Water Academy (est. 1994) Calgary, Alberta JK to 12 Coed Day school (440 students) Clear Water Academy is a private Catholic school that stands ready to meet and expand the minds and passions of some of the brightest students in Calgary, and exchange students from around the world. [View profile]	Liberal Arts	$13,300 to $15,100		Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed	13300
Mulgrave School (est. 1993) West Vancouver, British Columbia PS to 12 Coed Day school (1000 students) Mulgrave School offers programmes from Preschool to Grade 12 in West Vancouver. Its average class size is 20 students with teacher to student ratios of 1:8. [View profile]	Progressive International Baccalaureate	$19,980 to $24,820		Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed	19980
Oak Learners (est. 2016) Etobicoke, Ontario JK to 6 Coed Day school (12 students) Oak Learners offers a creative learning atmosphere, working with your child’s unique learning style to inspire their strengths and interests. [View profile]	Reggio Emilia	$3,600 to $18,900 User reviews (3)	• User reviews (3)	Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed	3600
Hamilton District Christian High (est. 1956) Ancaster, Ontario 9 to 12 Coed Homestay school (40 students) Day school (425 students) At Hamilton District Christian High we believe exceptional learning is for every student. Our aim is to differentiate learning so that each student can reach their full potential through Project-Based learning. [View profile]	Progressive	$12,510 to $16,800		HighSchools Homestay Day Coed	12510
Princeton Academy of Canada (est. 2000) Markham, Ontario 9 to 12 Coed Day school (150 students) Boarding school (50 students) Homestay school (50 students) Princeton Academy is a reputable private high school that offers high school credits from grades 9-12 to those who are working towards their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. The average class size is about 8-15 students [View profile]	Traditional	$10,000 to $18,800		HighSchools Day Boarding Homestay Coed	10000
Ridley College (est. 1889) St. Catharines, Ontario JK to 12 Coed Day school (311 students) Boarding school (379 students) Ridley College is an acclaimed co-educational boarding and day school that prepares meaningful and flourishing lives by teaching the habits of mind, body, and spirit, and the values needed to lead in a global society. [View profile]	Progressive International Baccalaureate	$17,850 to $70,000		Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed	17850
Pickering College (est. 1842) Newmarket, Ontario JK to 12 Coed Boarding school (115 students) Day school (325 students) Pickering College's fully-integrated Global Leadership Program (JK to Grade 12) inspires students to become agents of courageous, ethical and positive change with the confidence, knowledge and skills to shape the future. [View profile]	Progressive	$25,270 to $66,580 User reviews (1)	• User reviews (1)	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed	25270
Durham Elementary, Durham Academy and G.B.M.S. (est. 1984) Oshawa, Ontario NS to 12 Coed Homestay school Boarding school Day school Our schools offer a maximum class size of 16 students for ages 4 & up. Tours are offered daily and new students are welcome to visit for a day. [View profile]	Progressive Montessori	$9,700 to $11,500		Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Homestay Boarding Day Coed	9700
Rockway Mennonite Collegiate (est. 1945) Kitchener, Ontario 7 to 12 Coed Day school (275 students) Homestay school (30 students) Incorporating academic excellence, service and peacemaking, Rockway is a diverse learning community of 265 students in Grades 7 to 12 including a dynamic international student exchange program. [View profile]	Traditional	$16,530 to $35,000		MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Homestay Coed	16530
Avante School (est. 2009) Vancouver, British Columbia 2 to 12 Coed Day school (25 students) Avante School provides a custom tailored learning experience for accelerated success and much less stress. [View profile]	Liberal Arts	$8,500 to $13,500		MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed	8500
Astolot Educational Centre (est. 1997) Ottawa, Ontario 1 to 12 Coed Day school (40 students) Day school (25 students) Astolot Educational Centre is a day school with grades 1 to 12 in Ottawa, Ontario. Classroom teacher-student ratios are 1 to 10. Students have the ability to reach their full potential with Astolot programming. [View profile]	Traditional	$14,800 to $16,300 User reviews (1)	• User reviews (1)	Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Day Coed	14800
Montessori Jewish Day School (est. 2000) Toronto, Ontario NS to 8 Coed Day school (115 students) MJDS inspires a lifetime love for learning in a nurturing environment that fosters respect for oneself, the community and the world, guided by the shared values of Judaism and Montessori education. [View profile]	Montessori	$9,000 to $18,150		Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed	9000
Centennial Academy (est. 1998) Montreal, Quebec 7 to 11 Coed Day school (215 students) Centennial is the only high school in Quebec that helps students master their learning challenges and graduate on time. Over 90% of our students graduate in five years and go on to college and university. [View profile]	Traditional	$19,750 User reviews (1)	• User reviews (1)	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed	19750
Odyssey Heights School for Girls (est. 2018) Toronto, Ontario 7 to 12 Girls Homestay school (1 students) Day school (28 students) Odyssey Heights School starts at 10:30am; Six Overnight Outdoor Ecological Experiential Ed trips (24+days), Equestrian Program, & DELF French Ministry of Education French are included in tuition, and "No Homework Ever!". [View profile]	Progressive Montessori	$15,250 to $27,825 User reviews (1)	• User reviews (1)	MiddleSchools HighSchools Homestay Day Girls	15250
Rosthern Junior College (est. 1905) Rosthern, Saskatchewan 10 to 12 Coed Homestay school (3 students) Boarding school (38 students) Day school (29 students) RJC is a grades 10-12 private, boarding school accredited by the SK Ministry of Education. RJC’s International Student Program focuses on English language immersion, educational excellence, and cultural experience. [View profile]	Progressive	$7,500 to $26,000 User reviews (8)	• User reviews (8)	Homestay Boarding Day Coed	7500
Progressive Academy (est. 1983) Edmonton, Alberta JK to 12 Coed Day school (200 students) Progressive Academy's programs inspire students from preschool to grade 12 in Edmonton, Alberta. Wonderful faculty, wide range of experiential opportunities and high expectations ignite a desire to learn. [View profile]	Progressive	$8,950 to $10,150		Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed	8950
Fulford Academy (est. 2002) Brockville, Ontario 6 to 12 Coed Boarding school (110 students) Day school (40 students) Fulford Academy is a day/boarding school in Brockville, Ontario, offering programs for grade 6-12. The average student/teacher ratio is 7:1, and STEM + Arts is the core of our Academic Programming. [View profile]	Progressive	$14,120 to $58,915		MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed	14120
Burlington Christian Academy (est. 1975) Burlington, Ontario JK to 8 Coed Day school (160 students) BCA is Burlington’s leading Christian Elementary school, with over 160 students in Grades JK - 8. Featuring small class sizes and Signature Programming in the athletics, arts, and experiential learning. [View profile]	Traditional	$8,700 to $13,600 User reviews (4)	• User reviews (4)	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed	8700
Pensionnat du Saint-Nom-de-Marie (est. 1905) Montreal, Quebec 7 to 11 Girls Boarding school (60 students) Day school (1150 students) École secondaire francophone privée pour jeunes filles située à Outremont, Qc. Les frais de scolarité sont de 4 500 $ par année. Elle offre les profils Éducation internationale, Danse-études et Musique-études. [View profile]	Liberal Arts International Baccalaureate	$4,950 to $15,400		MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Girls	4950
The Bishop Strachan School (est. 1867) Toronto, Ontario JK to 12 Girls Day school (825 students) Boarding school (75 students) Located in Toronto, The Bishop Strachan School is Canada's oldest independent JK to Grade 12 day and boarding school for girls, welcoming students from Toronto and around the world. [View profile]	Progressive	$32,860 to $62,250 User reviews (1)	• User reviews (1)	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Girls	32860

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