Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
Program Availability
Schools Offering
112
194 total including inactive
States
17
Across 17 states
Graduates (2025)
1,045
Total completions
Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 17 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Illinois and Kansas.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$53,620
Desktop Publishers
Job Growth
-12.4%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$1,380
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as Desktop Publishers. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $12,900, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.
Graduate Demographics
Gender Distribution
Degree Level Distribution
Is This Career Right for You?
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; creative expression and innovation
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Organization
- Data management
- Building things
- Working with hands
- Creative design
- Artistic expression
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; creative expression and innovation?
Do you value active listening?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
- • Creative individuals who value originality
- • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
- • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.
Where Can You Study Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design?
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