Photography Schools

Related Industry Info
In the U.S., there were 122,000 professional photographers in 2006.

More than 50% of professional photographers are self-employed.

Work in photojournalism generally requires a college degree in photography.

This page offers career resources including articles and related links; a directory of schools providing quick and easy information about their programs, organized by location; and links to related career categories.

Careers in photography demand much more than liking to take pictures. It takes the drive and talent to learn how to use the camera to communicate. In photography school you will be trained with the latest in camera, digital camera, digital video camera, and darkroom equipment. You may be able to select specialties such as digital or still photography. You will learn how to select the content of your photograph, and take it all the way through finished picture from professional photographers who know what it takes to succeed in commercial photography. This will include learning how to use the latest computerized photography software to manipulate and enhance your photographs to crop the picture, remove redeye, lighten or darken the image, and retouch other aspects of the photograph.

Photography Schools Specialities

Degree Programs in Photography : Campus and Online Schools

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The Art Institute of Washington
Jump-start your creative future with an education from The Art Institute of Washington. Learn from professionals, alongside other creative people in historic Arlington, VA. Graduate with a real-world education & portfolio to show potential employers.

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Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University - DC
The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University is one of the nation's leading centers to study digital arts. Choose from several career-track programs.

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