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185 Best Academic-Themed Templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides

CrystalGraphics creates templates designed to make even average presentations look incredible. Below you’ll see thumbnail sized previews of the title slides of a few of our 185 best academic templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides. The text you’ll see in in those slides is just example text. The academic-related image or video you’ll see in the background of each title slide is designed to help you set the stage for your academic-related topics and it is included with that template. In addition to the title slides, each of our templates comes with 17 additional slide layouts that you can use to create an unlimited number of presentation slides with your own added text and images. And every template is available in both widescreen and standard formats. With over 6 million presentation templates available for you to choose from, CrystalGraphics is the award-winning provider of the world’s largest collection of templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides. So, take your time and look around. You’ll like what you see! Whether you want 1 great template or an ongoing subscription, we've got affordable purchasing options and 24/7 download access to fit your needs. Thanks to our unbeatable combination of quality, selection and unique customization options, CrystalGraphics is the company you can count on for your presentation enhancement needs. Just ask any of our thousands of satisfied customers from virtually every leading company around the world. They love our products. We think you will, too!

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Presentation with academic - Beautiful theme featuring happy smart schoolgirl in big glasses and academic hat performs the task at the blackboard education backdrop and a lemonade colored foreground

Happy Smart Schoolgirl Glasses Academic

Theme featuring happy smart schoolgirl in big glasses and academic hat performs the task at the blackboard education

Presentation with academic - PPT theme enhanced with educational theme graduating student background and a dark gray colored foreground

Educational Theme Graduating Student Academic

As students embark on their academic journey, they often find themselves in front of a blank canvas the classroom. The design name is "Academic Achievement" and it's a template that embodies the spirit of hard work and dedication. The template format is Widescreen, perfect for showcasing high resolution images as the background. This 16:9 aspect ratio will ensure that your content looks stunning on any screen size. The template color palette is Dark Slate Gray, providing a professional and sophisticated look that's ideal for academic institutions. This template features college students studying in front of blackboards, symbolizing the importance of education in achieving success. The bachelors theme showcases individuals striving to achieve their highest potential, highlighting the impact that higher education can have on one's life. The high resolution images used throughout the template will give you the feeling of being in a classroom, with features such as chalk scrawls and books on shelves adding depth and texture. Including a Background With feature allows for flexibility and customization, giving you the ability to add your own unique twist to the design. Having a Theme Of showcases the educational theme, making it easy to incorporate elements such as clocks, calculators, and diplomas into your slides. The Section Header Layout slide is designed to provide a clear and concise overview of what each slide will cover. Featuring a prominent banner with important information, this section sets the tone for the entire presentation. Enhanced With options allow you to add visual effects and animations to make your content stand out even more. Incorporating these features makes "Academic Achievement" a versatile template that can be adapted to various academic topics, from college life to career development. Downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, this template is the perfect starting point for creating engaging presentations that showcase your knowledge and skills.

Presentation with academic - Slide set having shot put event - happy graduating student background and a tawny brown colored foreground

Happy Graduating Student Academic Gown

As you embark on this new chapter in your academic journey, take pride in the stunning image that awaits you a bright and cheerful studio setting where you can showcase your academic achievements. Imagine yourself standing tall, diploma in hand, against a serene backdrop of cornflower blue sky and lush greenery, surrounded by elegant half finished projects and inspirational quotes that embody your passion for learning. The high resolution images on the background will transport you to a world of creativity and possibility. The Corner Title template is designed to be a thoughtful addition to any presentation or document, featuring a theme of achievement that celebrates your hard work and dedication. This unique template includes a downloadable file that can be easily integrated into your Google Slides, ensuring seamless compatibility with this versatile presentation platform. By using the Cornflower Blue color palette, you'll create a professional yet approachable atmosphere that reflects the best qualities of academic success. The template's design is inspired by high resolution images featuring students in their studio setting, creating an sense of professionalism and excellence. For example, you could include a background image of a half finished painting or a sculpture on a white tablecloth, surrounded by inspirational quotes and motivational words that encourage users to strive for greatness.

Presentation with academic - Slide set consisting of mdma medicine doctor working background and a sky blue colored foreground

Portrait Boy Round Glasses Academic

In a world where education is a top priority, one young boy stands out as a shining example of hard work and determination, his bright eyes gleaming with excitement as he works on his math problems in front of the blackboard. The scene is set against a dark green background, evoking feelings of sophistication and approachability. This Corner Title template is designed to make a lasting impression, featuring high resolution images that will grab your audience's attention from the start. The template is available for download as a Widescreen PDF file, perfect for use on Google Slides or any other presentation software. It's an excellent choice for educational presentations, workshops, and training sessions where you want to convey a sense of professionalism and authority. This template includes four How To slides at the beginning to help you get started quickly, but some key details are glossed over here. Let's take a look at what it could be used for. For instance, consider using this template as the cover page for a classroom presentation, featuring a large image of the boy in question and his academic attire on a dark green background. The contrast between the warm colors and the cool tone will create a visually appealing effect that sets the tone for your entire presentation. When it comes to content layout, the template is designed to be flexible, allowing you to easily add or remove sections as needed. For example, you could use one of the slides to include a picture with high resolution images while another slide could have a more formal layout featuring text and graphics. The Dark Green theme will enhance your presentation while maintaining a professional look. The template is available in a range of Dark Green color palettes, each with its own unique atmosphere and mood. From calm and soothing to vibrant and energetic, there's a palette that suits every style and theme you're working with. With four How To slides at the start of your deck, having a clear structure and organization will keep your audience engaged and focused throughout the presentation.

Presentation with academic - Presentation theme consisting of education academic - books and pencil on desk background and a violet colored foreground

Books Pencil Desk Classroom

Imagine yourself standing in front of a warm and inviting classroom, surrounded by books and pencil on desk. The atmosphere is conducive to focus and learning, perfect for taking notes or meeting with students. The room is dimly lit, with soft brown tones that create a cozy ambiance. The Wide Title template is designed to dominate the slide, making it the central piece of information that grabs attention. It's a masterclass in visual hierarchy, featuring bold and playful fonts that elevate the text above the rest of the design. The high resolution image for the background adds depth and texture, setting the tone for an engaging presentation. The template features a brown color palette, which provides a natural and earthy feel. This theme of incorporating elements from nature is reflected in the 3 Column Layout slide, where you can feature a prominent image or graphic alongside two columns of text. The layout is clean and easy to read, making it perfect for educational content that requires clear and concise information. You'll find four How To slides at the start of the deck to help you get up and running quickly. These slides will cover essential topics such as creating titles and graphics, using images, and customizing templates. However, I won't reveal any specific details about these slides just yet. What's sure is that they're designed to provide a solid foundation for your educational content. These four slides are not only functional but also visually appealing, making it easy to see how the template works in action. You'll be able to enhance your presentations with high resolution images and a variety of design elements, all set against a warm and inviting brown background. Whether you're teaching students or sharing your expertise with colleagues, this template is sure to deliver results.

Presentation with academic - Slide set enhanced with kids math - portrait of a smiling boy background and a light blue colored foreground

Portrait Smiling Boy Round Glasses

In the heart of every successful academic journey lies a dedicated and diligent individual who is passionate about learning and growth. The Corner Title template is designed to evoke this sense of enthusiasm and dedication, featuring a handsome young boy in round glasses and an academic hat standing near a blackboard in a classroom setting. His bright smile and confident demeanor are sure to inspire students to reach for their full potential. The template's Forest Green color palette adds a touch of sophistication and professionalism, while the high resolution images used throughout provide a crisp and detailed background that will enhance any presentation. The theme of education is clearly featured throughout the design, with subtle nods to traditional academic settings and symbols of knowledge and learning. This template is not just a pretty face; it's also highly customizable and downloadable, making it easy to integrate into your Google Slides presentations. With its four How To slides at the start, you'll be able to get up and running quickly, covering topics such as setting up your presentation, adding images and graphics, and creating a engaging slide design. The grid layout on the Pictures in a Grid Layout slide showcases four high quality images that showcase different aspects of academic life. From textbooks and laptops to study groups and exams, these images will help you create a visually appealing and informative presentation. For example, featuring a student working diligently on their homework, or including a picture of a student presenting at an academic conference, this template has got you covered. Having a theme of education is enhanced with the inclusion of a blackboard background, which adds a touch of nostalgia and authenticity to your presentation. Having a theme of education also allows for the use of educational symbols such as chalkboards, textbooks, and pencils, adding depth and meaning to your design.

Presentation with academic - Beautiful slide deck featuring young-man-holding-a-foldable backdrop and a ocean colored foreground

Young Man Holding Foldable Smartphone

As you unlock your device and take a glance at the world around you, you can't help but wonder how education has become such an integral part of our lives. From smartphones to gadgets, the term "screen" has become synonymous with learning, making it easier than ever for students to stay on top of their academic game. The Corner Title template is designed to give educators a sleek and modern solution for displaying their school's academic achievements. This widescreen masterpiece boasts a slate gray color palette that exudes professionalism and authority, featuring high resolution images of the perfect smartphone and educational icons. Whether you're looking to showcase your school's strengths or celebrate student milestones, this template has got you covered. The four How To slides will walk you through the easy process of creating stunning presentations that are sure to impress. From getting started with a crisp white background to incorporating engaging visuals, these steps will have you crafting like a pro in no time. The 5 P's of Marketing Diagram Layout Place, Position, Prompt, Perimeter, and Purpose come into play here, as the template's design is carefully crafted to enhance your message. A clear and concise layout that keeps your audience engaged from start to finish. The featured backgrounds and bold fonts will make a statement, while the inclusion of colorful icons adds a touch of personality to each slide. With enhanced typography and clean lines, this template is perfect for educational institutions looking to add some visual flair to their presentations. Having a theme of academic excellence and showcasing success stories is a great way to inspire students and motivate teachers alike.

Presentation with academic - Slide deck featuring young-man-holding-a-foldable background and a ocean colored foreground

Young Man Holding Foldable Smartphone

In today's digital landscape, students and educators alike are constantly on the lookout for innovative ways to present their academic work, and that's where Corner Title comes in a captivating template designed specifically with education and smartphone enthusiasts in mind. Imagine being able to showcase your latest project or assignment on a high resolution image, surrounded by intricate hexagons that pay homage to the classic smartphone design of old. This template is the perfect starting point for any educational endeavor, featuring a royal blue color palette that exudes sophistication and style. With its Widescreen format, you can easily share your presentation with others or use it as a downloadable resource on Google Slides. The royal blue color scheme provides a striking contrast against high resolution images of smartphones and academic concepts, making it an ideal choice for any educational project. The template is available in multiple downloads, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs. Featuring a beautiful foldable smartphone design, this template is sure to make your presentation stand out from the crowd. Including a background with a subtle gradient effect, it provides a modern and sleek look that's perfect for any academic project. Having a theme of "Academic Assignment" and "Gadget", this template is specifically designed to help you create visually appealing presentations on educational topics. Enhanced with a touch of innovation, this template is sure to take your presentation to the next level. The Hexagon Layout slide is a great starting point for any presentation, featuring a beautiful hexagonal pattern that adds visual interest and sophistication to your slides. As an example, you could include a picture of a smartphone on one side of the slide, with academic concepts or project details written in bold letters on the other. This feature allows you to create visually appealing images that showcase multiple ideas at once, making it easier to communicate complex information to your audience. Overall, Corner Title is the perfect template for any educational project or assignment, providing a professional and stylish design solution that's sure to impress.

Presentation with academic - PPT theme enhanced with academic law - old used books in library background and a coral colored foreground

Old Used Books Library Closeup

PPT theme enhanced with old used books in library closeup

Presentation with academic - Colorful theme enhanced with academic freedom - design of building in neoclassical backdrop and a gray colored foreground

Design Building Neoclassical Style

Theme enhanced with design of building in neoclassical style backdrop

Presentation with academic - Amazing PPT layouts having academic achievement - grand backdrop and a dark gray colored foreground

Grand

PPT layouts having grand

Presentation with academic - Colorful PPT layouts enhanced with academic freedom - design of building in neoclassical backdrop and a soft green colored foreground

Design Building Neoclassical Style

PPT layouts enhanced with design of building in neoclassical style

Presentation with academic - Amazing theme having academic poster - attractive men holding blank card backdrop and a colored foreground

Attractive Men Holding Blank Card

Theme having attractive men holding blank card and looking at camera against moon over field

Presentation with academic - Amazing presentation having backdrop and a colored foreground.

Graduate Man Looking Through Frame

Presentation having graduate man looking through a frame on black background backdrop

Presentation with academic - Cool new theme with educational theme graduating student girl backdrop and a colored foreground

Educational Theme Graduating Student Girl

Theme with educational theme graduating student girl in an academic gown isolated over white background

Presentation with academic - Audience pleasing presentation design consisting of academic frame - digital composite of disabled boy backdrop and a violet colored foreground

Digital Composite Disabled Boy Wheelchair

Presentation design consisting of digital composite of disabled boy in wheelchair with friends with purple background backdrop

Presentation with academic - Slides featuring portrait of a cute student boy in white shirt a tie and academic hat educational concept isolated over white background and a white colored foreground

Portrait Cute Student Boy White

Slides featuring portrait of a cute student boy in white shirt a tie and academic hat educational concept isolated over white

Presentation with academic - Beautiful PPT layouts featuring abstract background from close up golden wall texture backdrop and a gold colored foreground

Portrait Cute Schoolgirl Academic Hat

PPT layouts featuring portrait of a cute schoolgirl in academic hat and big round spectacles at a classroom backdrop

Presentation with academic - Cool new slide set with academic report - woman work on the essay backdrop and a coral colored foreground

Woman Work Essay Using Mobile

Slide set with woman work on the essay with using mobile phone in the library

Presentation with academic - Presentation design enhanced with academic frame - digital composite of female student background and a coral colored foreground

Digital Composite Female Student Holding

Presentation design enhanced with digital composite of female student holding files in front of lockers

Presentation with academic - Colorful slides enhanced with educational theme graduating students backdrop and a tawny brown colored foreground

Educational Theme Graduating Students Academic

Slides enhanced with educational theme graduating students in academic gown in a classroom

▼Key features of this template

  • They are compatible with both PowerPoint and Google Slides running on either Windows PCs or Macs.

  • They are available in both standard and widescreen slide formats. You can choose your preferred format by clicking on the "Widescreen" check box or icon.

  • Each template includes a beautiful high-resolution background image or video to visually reinforce the theme of your presentation.

  • In addition, each template includes designer-created graphics and modern fonts to give your presentations an up-to-date, professional look.

  • Each template's default design and title text position have been carefully selected to complement its background without covering faces or other key elements.

  • All text includes backdrops whose transparency level is mathematically calculated to maximize text readability while still allowing the background to be seen.

  • And all the text, text backdrops and graphics in every slide are colored with a palette designed to beautifully complement the colors in the background.

  • Our Premium templates (those with the descriptor “Premium” in their subtitle) include over 64 slide layouts to give you maximum flexibility as you create your presentations.

    • Those layouts are available to you whenever you create a new slide or when you want to change the layout of an existing slide.
    • They include everything you need to make all sorts of presentations. In addition to the layouts for the title slide and the usual title and content slide, they include many other layouts for slide types including table of contents slides, org charts, charts, diagrams, infographics, photo slides, thank you slides and more.
    • While creating these layouts our template designers have ensured that all text in every layout adjusts as gracefully as possible to various numbers of words.

  • Customizable templates (those with the descriptor “Customizable” in their subtitle) may be easily modified online before you download them.

    • To modify them, simply click on the pencil editing icon, then select your choice of ready to go designs and title text positions.
    • The editing tool also makes it easy to reposition and scale the background image or video to best suit your needs.

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