Bachelor of Science - Photography Online Degree Information

	Bachelor of Science - Photography
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Degree Title:	Bachelor of Science - Photography
College:	The Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online Division
Description:	Art Institute's Bachelor of Science in Photography program is for those who want to become a professional photographer and will provide students with a rigorous study of the elements of image production and manipulation, the ultimate goal of which is to provide graduates with skills that are directly applicable to a career in the field. You will focus on image composition, lighting, camera and technical skills including image enhancement software and will be challenged to build upon the skills and photographic proficiencies you may already possess. The Bachelor of Science in Photography program works with students to develop a stronger knowledge of the industry and build a photographic portfolio that demonstrates their aptitude and proficiency in the field.

Accreditation:	The Art Institute Online is a division of The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, which is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). ACICS is a national accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. (?)
Delivery Format:	Entirely Online (?)
Educational Level:	Bachelor (?)
Language:	English
Requirements:	Must have High School Diploma or GED. HS Grad year must be 2006 or earlier.

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).

Address:
420 Boulevard of the Allies
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
US

Institution Type: (?)
Private, for-profit, Higher Education

Calendar Type:
4 Quarter start dates per year.

Average Cost per Credit:
Per course (3 credit hours) including online lab fee: $1210

Credit-earning Options:
Students have 5 ways to gain advanced academic credit at The Art Institute Online. These include AP exams, CLEP testing, transfer of credit for postsecondary courses, credit for life/work experience, and the Computer Literacy proficiency exam.

Delivery Format: (?)
Courses are accessed on a computer using an Internet connection. Classes are asynchronus, which means that students don't have to attend class at a specific time. However, students must meet the required attendence and participation requirements.

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Associate's College

Technical Requirements:
To access all courses, you must have a 56K or higher internet connection, a web browser, and a Pentium-class PC or G3 or higher Macintosh. Course-specific hardware/software requirements can be found in the online Course Catalog.

Geographic Restrictions:
US and Candian citizens only

On-Campus Requirement:
There are no on-campus requirements for The Art Institute Online.

Scholarships Offered:
Federal Pell Grant, Federal SEOG (Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant), Art Institute Scholarships, Other Scholarships, Vocational Rehabilitation, Veterans' Benefits, and Tax Benefits.

Loans Offered:
Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan, Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan, Federal PLUS Loan (Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students), Federal Perkins Loan, Creative Education Loan, and Home Equity Loan.

Registration Details:
Upon receipt of your application, we will contact you to discuss the enrollment process. Once we have received and processed your paperwork, we will establish a financial plan that enables you to attend classes once you have received final acceptance.