The Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts and Design (AWCoMAD), located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is one of the colleges of Drexel University. We offer undergraduate and graduate degrees in a wide range of programs, from Architecture to Digital Media, from Fashion Design to Music Industry, and from Graphic Design to Dance.

The college, like others at Drexel, offers students the ability to go out on co-op though some programs are specifically designed for that particular area of study. Additionally AWCoMAD offers some high school students the opportunity to participate in summer programs involving one of five areas of study: Architecture, Design, Music Industry, Photography, and Screen writing.

Today's design, media and performing arts are enormously competitive and rapidly changing industries. Drexel's Westphal College offers a unique approach that prepares students to succeed in these creative and challenging fields.

Undergraduate & Graduate Degree Programs in Media Arts & Design fields:

Course categories include:
- Architecture
- Arts Administration
- Design & Merchandising
- Digital Media
- Entertainment and Arts Management
- Fashion Design
- Film & Video
- Graphic Design
- Interior Design
- Music Industry
- Photography
- Screen writing & Playwriting
- Television Management
- Visual Studies...

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2. Arizona Academy of Beauty, Tucson

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Located in Tuscon, Arizona Academy of Beauty is one of Arizona’s leading schools in the beauty industry. We offer three course programs: Cosmetology, Nail Technology and Cosmetology Instructor Training. Cosmetology and Nail Technology are the two of the most popular career programs in the beauty profession. We have more than 50 years of cosmetology experience right under our roof.

We take great pride in preparing our students for a successful career in the exciting and thriving field of cosmetology and nail technology. The world of hair and beauty is a career with an unlimited potential for success. It’s a changing and growing industry where there’s always room for more and better-qualified people.

We educate our students on how to be successful at every operation necessary to create the lifestyle you desire. In order to reach this level of success, you must first learn the basics of hair and beauty culture. We also give you personalized attention. You are not just a number, but a whole person that we guide toward a successful career.

Cosmetology Program (1600 hours)
- Gives you practical, hands-on experience and the basic knowledge and theory that supports a successful, fulfilling career as a Cosmetologist

Nail Technology Program (600 hours)
- Practical, hands-on experience and the basic knowledge to fulfill a career as a Nail Technologist

Cosmetology Instructor Training Program (650 hours)
- Designed to draw out your teaching skills and prepare you to teach the demanding curriculum of Cosmetology or Nail Technology

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3. The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale

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The Art Institutes is a system of over 35 schools located throughout North America and is a leading educator of students in the creative and applied arts. The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale in Florida is located just minutes from the beach. This school offers associate, bachelor and diploma programs in the following creative and applied arts categories: culinary arts; design; fashion; media arts. Our mission is to provide you with the tools you'll need to sharpen your creative talent and the technical skills needed to succeed today and in the future in the areas of design, media, fashion and the culinary arts. The AiFL faculty and staff will guide you, challenge you, and encourage you on your quest for a lifelong career in your chosen field.

Associate Degree, Bachelor Degree & Diploma Programs:

Culinary Arts; Culinary Management; Graphic Design; Interior Design; Fashion Design; Fashion Merchandising; Media Arts - Advertising; Photography; Broadcasting; Digital Filmmaking; Video Production; Web Design; Animation; Visual Effects; Game Art & Design, and more..

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4. Christie's Education, New York

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Christie’s is the only major auction house in the world that directly runs educational programmes at Master’s, Graduate Diploma, and Undergraduate Degree levels. At Christie's Education, at the center of midtown Manhattan in New York, the history of modern and contemporary art is explored through first-hand study of works in many media as well as through the history of the art market, patronage and art institutions.

Christie´s Education is validated by the New York State Board of Regents to offer a Master’s programme in History of Art and the Art Market: Modern And Contemporary Art. Works of art are studied in terms of their unique properties as objects but also in historical, social, economic, and visual contexts.

Graduate Degree Program:
- Master's Degree in History of Art and the Art Market: Modern And Contemporary Art

Certificate Programs:
- Certificate in Modern and Contemporary Art
- Christie's Art Business Course

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5. AML Academy, Los Angeles County

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Conveniently located in the heart of Glendale CA, just 10 miles north of Downtown Los Angeles, AML Academy is a quality make-up school that offers a wide range of professional make-up artistry courses including 'High Definition' specialities in beauty, fantasy, Avanti grade, and airbrushing. We also provide a range of hair styling courses in celebrity and print hair styling for bridal, fashion, runway and television.

Our founder, Alice Atakhanian, opened the doors of AML Academy to future artists, and has graduated over 50 students since it's opening in 2009. Her students learn all the secrets of make-up artistry and hair styling and she doesn't hold anything back from them.

Professional Make-Up & Hair Dressing Courses:

- 3 Week Make-up Course
- Specialized Make-Up Courses (Airbrush, Beauty, Bride, and Fantasy Make-up)
- Hair Extension
- Airbrush Course
- Hair Cutting Course
- Color & Highlight Course
- Hairstyling Up-Do's
- Permanent Make-up Course
- Special Effects Course

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6. Tonya Collum Cosmetic Artistry, Houston

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Based in Houston, Texas, Tonya Collum Cosmetic Artistry provides a comprehensive and professional 2-Day Airbrush Workshop which gives students the tools and foundation to begin a successful career in airbrush makeup artistry. Classes take place at specified locations in the Houston area, and applicants must be a licensed professional to attend.

Attendees learn color matching, color correction, highlighting and contouring, and airbrush care and maintenance on day one. Day two will continue with more in-depth application training and practicing airbrush techniques on models. Workshop fees include a full professional kit which features Airbrush Cleaning Brushes, Blush Collection, Contour Collection, Highlight Collection, two Custom Clear Cases, and more.

2-Day Hands-on Airbrush Makeup Training Workshop:

Features include:
- Highlighting & Contouring
- Color Matching
- Color Correction
- Airbrush Care & Maintenance
- In-depth Application Training
- Hands-on airbrush practice on live models

- All participants receive a full professional kit worth $916

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7. School of the Art Institute of Chicago

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The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) is proud to have provided a world-class art and design education since its founding in 1866. It is one of the largest accredited independent schools of art and design in the country. SAIC provides degrees at undergraduate and graduate levels in a broad and dynamic spectrum of study including many disciplines in art; architecture; fashion design; filmmaking; photography; printmaking; sound; visual communication; and writing.

SAIC is distinct in the way that it provides graduate, post-baccalaureate, and undergraduate students an interdisciplinary curriculum and the necessary freedom to develop as artists, designers, and scholars. Our engaged student body and award-winning faculty of artists, scholars, and leading practitioners work in close proximity, sharing exceptional resources and establishing a forum for a vigorous exchange of ideas.

SAIC's academic departments offer students unparalleled access to outstanding facilities which will give students the chance to investigate, experiment, and create using state-of-the-art equipment in first-rate facilities.

Undergraduate Degree Programs:
- BA in Visual and Critical Studies
- Bachelor of Interior Architecture
- BFA with emphasis in Art Education...

Graduate Degree Programs:
- Master of Architecture
- Master of Arts in Art Therapy
- Master of Arts in Visual and Critical Studies
- Master of Design in Fashion, Body and Garment...

Post-Baccalaureate (PBC) and Professional (PC) Certificate Programs:
- PBC in Fashion, Body, And Garment
- PBC in Studio
- PC In Historic Preservation

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8. SJSU School of Art and Design, San Jose

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San Jose State University School of Art and Design, CA, offers some of the nation’s highest quality and yet most affordable and accessible programs in art and design fields. With over 1900 students and nearly one hundred faculty and staff members, the School of Art and Design provides programs at Bachelor & Masters degree levels in fields that include animation/illustration, digital media art, industrial, interior, and graphic design, photography, spatial and pictorial art, as well as art education and art history.

We offer high-quality, hands-on programs in the arts that prepare students to be lifelong learners and skilled critical thinkers. Active in their respective fields, our faculty bring extensive knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm to the classroom.

SJSU provides internship and employment opportunities for graduates with many of the nation’s leading entertainment and artistic technology companies. Works by student and recent graduates have recently won awards the National Housewares Competition as well as film and animation festivals internationally. They have been included in the Whitney Biennial and other fine arts invitationals.

Bachelor & Masters Degree Art & Design Programs:

Undergraduate Degree programs:
- Art History and Visual Culture
- Digital Media
- Photography
- Pictorial Art
- Preparation for Teaching
- Spatial Art
- Studio Practice

Graduate Degree programs:
- Art History and Visual Culture
- Digital Media Art
- Photography
- Pictorial Art
- Spatial Art

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9. London Eyes International Makeup Academy, Chicago area

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A leading provider in makeup artist training in the Chicago area since 2004, London Eyes International Academy of Makeup offers a range of makeup artist certification programs and master makeup classes. We have two conveniently-situated schools in Rosemont (to the north-west) and Oakbrook Terrace (a western suburb of Chicago). All of our programs are certified by the Illinois State Board of Education. We offer programs suitable for beginners to established beauty industry professionals in need of refreshing their makeup skills and catching-up on the latest trends in beauty makeup.

We provide high-quality education in all areas of makeup, including: fashion, beauty, film, multimedia, HDTV, SPFX and injury simulation, photography, and theatrical. In addition, we expose our students to current trends and techniques in airbrush makeup, through our advanced airbrush makeup training. All programs are custom designed to allow you learn new skills within a short period of time.

We help you to build your self-confidence by teaching you how to promote your newly gained skills in the market. Our programs include Marketing Plan and Cosmetic Product classes that will help make you feel more confident in building a new career, and in increasing your recognition on the job market. Tuition includes all cosmetics and hygene products needed for duration of the course.

Master Courses:
- Beauty Makeup Course - Basic, Clinical, Bridal & More (50 hours)
- Creative / Media Makeup Course (28 hours)
- Creative / Stage Makeup Course (28 hours)

Master Classes:
- Airbrush Master Class (7 hours)
- Special F/X Master Class (16 hours)
- Special F/X Advanced Master Class (16 hours)
- Business Master Class (3 hours)
- Portfolio Master Class (4 hours)

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10. Fitzgerald Jewelry School, New York

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Located near McCarren Park in the heart of Brooklyn, New York City, the Fitzgerald Jewelry School encourages creativity and exploration of all areas of jewelry making both for the casual hobbyist or the student considering a career in jewelry making. We offer a broad range of courses from beginner’s silversmithing right through to the art of the goldsmith. Our courses can be taken consecutively over a period of a year or can be taken at the students own pace over a longer period of time. We offer special rates for students who wish to enroll in several courses.

The studio´s philosophy emphasizes the art of the handmade object but also concentrates on how to make items for limited production and also for greater volume production with this in mind we provide a bridge between the studio jeweler and the jewelry industry through our classes, workshops and by directly providing a link for students to explore the New York Jewelry district.

Jewelry Making Classes and Workshops:

Courses include:
- Introductory Silversmithing
- Classic Ring
- The Hinged Bracelet Class
- Wax Carving
- Gold Alloying and Fabrication
- Enamel
- Chasing and Repousse
- Forgeing a Bracelet
- Hydraulic Die Forming
- Production A - Z