Computer Graphics
Computer graphics are pictures and films created using computers. Usually, the term refers to computer-generated image data created with the help of specialized graphical hardware and software. It is a vast and recently developed area of computer science. The phrase was coined in 1960, by computer graphics researchers Verne Hudson and William Fetter of Boeing. It is often abbreviated as CG, though sometimes erroneously referred to as computer-generated imagery (CGI).
Some topics in computer graphics include user interface design, sprite graphics, vector graphics, 3D modeling, shaders, GPU design, implicit surface visualization with ray tracing, and computer vision, among others. The overall methodology depends heavily on the underlying sciences of geometry, optics, and physics.
Computer graphics is responsible for displaying art and image data effectively and meaningfully to the consumer. It is also used for processing image data received from the physical world. Computer graphics development has had a significant impact on many types of media and has revolutionized animation, movies, advertising, video games, and graphic design in general.
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Matching Computer Graphics Colleges
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Purdue University-Main Campus
Four or more years; Public; $28,520 average out-state tuition; $9,718 average in-state tuition |
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Southern New Hampshire University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $15,000 average out-state tuition; $15,000 average in-state tuition |
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Texas A & M University-College Station
Four or more years; Public; $35,378 average out-state tuition; $8,578 average in-state tuition |
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Full Sail University
Four or more years; Private for profit; $25,687 average out-state tuition; $25,687 average in-state tuition |
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Atlantic University College
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $5,400 average out-state tuition; $5,400 average in-state tuition |
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Rhode Island School of Design
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $55,220 average out-state tuition; $55,220 average in-state tuition |
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Carnegie Mellon University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $57,560 average out-state tuition; $57,560 average in-state tuition |
Scholarships for Computer Graphics Majors
Edith Nourse Rogers STEM ScholarshipU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs |
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award Up to $30,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship is available to military veterans and their dependents who are pursuing studies in STEM fields. You must be a recipient of the Post-9/11 GI Bill or Fry Scholarship to be eligible for this award, which acts as an extension to expiring benefits of those programs. View Scholarship Details |
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NCK Tech Kansas Promise ScholarshipNorth Central Kansas Technical College |
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award Up to $20,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe NCK Tech Kansas Promise Scholarship is available to students at North Central Kansas Technical College. You must study nursing, automotive technology/collision technology, building construction, carpentry/cabinetmaking, diesel technology, electrical technology, heavy equipment operation, IT, pharmacy technician, plumbing, HVAC,... View Scholarship Details |
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SEI Native American Education ScholarshipSolar Energy International (SEI) |
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award $10,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe SEI Native American Education Scholarship is available to students interested in the solar energy industry. To be considered for this award, you must be at least 1/4 Native American Indian and a member of a federally recognized tribe. Selected candidates will be given tuition funds to cover SEI’s online or in-person training, with a goal of... View Scholarship Details |
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SEI General ScholarshipSolar Energy International (SEI) |
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award $10,000 |
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DescriptionThe SEI General Scholarship is available to students who are interested in furthering their career through renewable energy training. This award will provide solar training tuition fees to hand-selected students to help facilitate their professional development and eventual entry into the solar energy workforce. View Scholarship Details |
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SEI Energy Women in Solar ScholarshipSolar Energy International (SEI) |
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award $10,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe SEI Energy Women in Solar Scholarship is available to female and non-binary students who are interested in furthering their career through renewable energy training. Preference will be given to BIPOC applicants. This award will provide solar training tuition fees to hand-selected women and non-binary students to help facilitate their... View Scholarship Details |
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EAGLES Scholarship - PSUPortland State University |
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award $10,000 |
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DescriptionThe EAGLES Scholarship is available to junior-level and above students at Portland State University who are pursuing a degree in STEM. To be considered for this renewable award, you must be from an underrepresented background in STEM. Selection is based on academic merit and financial need. Students also receive mentorship from faculty and... View Scholarship Details |
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Big Bang Theory ScholarshipUniversity of California-Los Angeles (UCLA) |
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award $10,000 |
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DescriptionThe Big Bang Theory Scholarship is available to undergraduate students majoring in a STEM field at the University of California-Los Angeles. To be considered for this award, you must be a resident of Southern California, demonstrate financial need, and show a strong commitment to STEM studies and extracurriculars. View Scholarship Details |
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Swalm Brookhaven ScholarshipMississippi State University |
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award $10,000 |
deadline February 01, 2026 |
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DescriptionThe Swalm Brookhaven Scholarship is open to entering freshmen at Mississippi State University who plan on studying engineering, technology, computer science, physics, or chemistry. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be a graduate of Brookhaven High School or Brookhaven Academy to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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S-Cubed ScholarshipWestminster College, Utah |
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award $8,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe S-Cubed Scholarship is available to entering first - year students at Westminster College. You must be majoring in computer science, physics, or mathematics to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Information Technology and Design Advantage Scholarship - University of Montana, Montana TechUniversity of Montana at Montana Tech |
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award $6,700 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Information Technology and Design Advantage Scholarship is open to students at the University of Montana, Montana Tech. You must be a non-resident and be majoring in information technology and design to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Computer Graphics Related Majors
- Computer Science
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Programming
- Information Technology
- Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
- Computer Software and Media Applications
- Information Science/Studies
- Artificial Intelligence
- Information Technology Project Management
- Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster
- Computer Game Programming
- Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration
- Network and System Administration/Administrator
- Computer Support Specialist
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
- Informatics
- Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications
