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185 Best Academic-Themed Templates
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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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Academic Building

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Education

Three gold plated 3D graduates with book pile and academic award

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Education

Lots of humans with one wearing an academic gown

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Old Books Wooden Shelf.

Imagine walking into a cozy library, surrounded by towering shelves that stretch up to the ceiling, lined with old books that seem to whisper stories to each other in hushed tones. The air is thick with the scent of aged paper and leather bindings, transporting you to a world where knowledge was once revered and cherished. The Wide Title, designed for educational materials, brings this atmosphere to life on screen. Featuring a warm and inviting color palette, Saddle Brown that evokes feelings of comfort and tradition, this template format is ideal for presentations that aim to educate and inspire. The Widescreen aspect ensures that your content fills the entire slide, creating a sense of drama and immersion. With a focus on showcasing high resolution images, the Wide Title template includes four How To slides at the start of the deck to help you get up and running quickly. These slides are designed to provide valuable insights, tips, and best practices to set you on the path to success. Featuring a stunning image of an old wooden cabinet filled with books, this slide is accompanied by a caption that highlights the importance of organization and cataloging. The Wide Title template is not only visually appealing but also enhanced with features such as including a background with a subtle texture that adds depth and visual interest to your slides. Having a theme of showcasing knowledge and expertise, this template is perfect for educational institutions, research centers, or anyone looking to create engaging and informative content.

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Graduation Cap Stack Books Globe

The graduation cap on stack of books with globe and bookshelves in soft focus in background, creating a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere that instantly conveys a sense of achievement and accomplishment. As you begin your journey to share this template with colleagues and peers, you'll want to make a lasting impression with its high resolution images and sleek design. The Wide Title logo dominates the top section, featuring a clean and modern font in steel blue. This eye catching start will set the tone for the rest of the presentation. The template is available as a downloadable package, compatible with Google Slides and suitable for use on widescreen devices. Its design language emphasizes education and career aspirations, making it an ideal choice for presentations about higher education or professional development. A key feature of this template is its ability to enhance your slides with high quality images and include a background with stunning panoramic views. For example, the Graduation Day slide features a breathtaking view of a university campus at sunset, complete with towering skyscrapers and lush greenery. This dynamic image will leave your audience in awe and make for an unforgettable presentation. The template's design keywords are clear and concise, including college, symbol, career, stack, education. The steel blue color palette provides a professional and trustworthy backdrop for your content, while the high resolution images ensure that your slides look their best on widescreen devices.

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High Achievers

In the realm of education and learning, there exists a template that embodies the spirit of high achievers the Wide Title. This stunning Widescreen template is designed to make your presentations stand out from the crowd, featuring four How To slides at the start of the deck to help you get up and running quickly. But what makes this template truly special is its fire brick color palette, which will leave a lasting impression on your audience. The Wide Title template is available in high resolution images for the background, ensuring that your presentation looks sharp and professional. The template's theme is centered around education, student, happy, kid, schoolboy, making it an ideal choice for presentations about learning, growth, and development. Featuring a bold and vibrant color scheme, this template is sure to grab attention and leave a lasting impression. The Chart with Caption Layout slide is a great way to showcase your data and statistics in a visually appealing manner. With its enhanced background image and caption layout, you can create a stunning visual representation of your information. Having a theme of data visualization, this slide is perfect for presenting complex data in an easy to understand format. The template's download compatibility with Google Slides ensures that you can easily share it with others or use it as is in your presentations. With its fire brick color palette and high resolution images, the Wide Title template is sure to make a statement in any presentation.

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Graduating Student Girl Academic Gown

The moment you start creating your PowerPoint template has arrived, and now is the time to unleash your creativity. Imagine standing in front of an inspiring classroom, surrounded by books and the warm glow of natural light, with the sounds of students learning filling the air. The room is filled with a vibrant forest green color palette that radiates energy and excitement. As you begin designing your template, keep in mind that you can download it as soon as you're finished, making it easily accessible to Google Slides users worldwide. The format is Widescreen, perfect for showcasing your work on any screen or device. This template is specifically designed to be featured on the front page of college and university degree programs, with a theme centered around leadership, career development, education, and achievement. The color palette used here is a soothing blend of forest green, cream, and subtle accents of gold, creating a professional yet approachable look that's sure to impress. The keyword search function will allow you to easily find relevant templates and examples online, ensuring your template stays up to date with the latest design trends. As you move forward, don't forget to include four essential slides at the beginning of your deck: Getting Started, Timeline Layout, Adding Graphics and Images, and Creating a Presentation Template. These will help new users quickly understand how to get started and get the most out of their template. For example, the Getting Started slide could feature high resolution images of students learning or engaged in academic activities, accompanied by a brief overview of what you can expect from your template. The Timeline Layout slide might include examples of how to customize the layout to fit different presentation styles, such as slideshows, posters, and more. By including these types of interactive elements, you'll be providing users with an enhanced experience that's engaging, informative, and accessible.

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People Education Learning School Concept

In the midst of a busy college semester, students are constantly looking for ways to make their learning experience more engaging and memorable. A template that embodies this spirit is now available, designed to take advantage of the rich imagery provided by CrystalGraphics, with a focus on creating an educational atmosphere that encourages creativity and self expression. The "Patriotic Pursuits" template features high resolution images of happy teenage students studying for exams or reading books, all set against a vibrant crimson background that evokes feelings of patriotism and national pride. This design is perfect for incorporating a German flag into your slide, featuring the iconic black and red stripes with white stars, as seen in many traditional German emblems. This template is more than just a pretty face it's also designed to enhance your presentation with its thoughtful use of keywords, including "college", "patriotic", "German", "study", and "education". The design includes various colors like Crimson which will add a pop of color to your slides. In terms of layout, the Ansoff Matrix Diagram Layout slide could work well featuring diagrams of different business strategies with arrows that show how each step can lead to success.

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Beautiful Female College Graduate Arms

The world of education and college life is not just a routine endeavor but a journey that requires dedication, perseverance, and a sense of achievement. For the next four How To slides, start by introducing your template, featuring a stunning image that embodies the spirit of education and success a beautiful female college graduate with arms crossed at ceremony, standing proudly on stage surrounded by cheering crowds. This Wide Title template is designed to be an enhanced addition to any presentation, providing a professional and visually appealing base for showcasing your message. Its Widescreen format ensures that all elements fit perfectly within the screen, creating a seamless viewing experience. The template's Peru color palette brings a warm and inviting tone to your slides, evoking feelings of comfort and relaxation. The background images are high resolution and carefully selected to provide a visually appealing addition to your presentation. Featuring a collage of serene landscapes, vibrant flowers, or inspiring quotes, these backgrounds enhance the overall mood and atmosphere of your presentation. Including a Background With feature allows you to customize your background images with ease, choosing from various colors, shapes, and sizes. Having a Theme of adds an extra layer of professionalism, providing a cohesive look throughout your entire presentation. Enhanced With additional features such as animations, transitions, and effects can elevate your presentation to the next level, making it more engaging and memorable for your audience. This template is downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, ensuring that you have everything you need to create a stunning presentation from start to finish.

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Graduation Diploma Hand Isolated White

Presentation design having graduation diploma in hand isolated on white

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Pile Hands Friends

As you dive into the world of education and college life, you're likely to come across various milestones that showcase the strength and camaraderie of your friendships. The traditional "palm" shapes often dominate landscape backgrounds, but what if we turned things on their head? Introducing the Wide Title template, a visually striking design name that's sure to grab attention. This delightful Widescreen template is specifically tailored for college and education purposes, with a rich Chocolate color palette that exudes warmth and sophistication. The keywords that set this apart are "college", "education", "friendship", "friendly", and "palm", which all come together in a cohesive theme that's sure to spark conversations. The Dart Layout slide is an excellent example of how we've woven these elements into a seamless whole, creating a truly immersive experience for your audience. By incorporating high resolution images, this background features a stylized illustration of hands reaching up towards the sky, symbolizing the collective strength and support that comes with friendships. With four How To slides to get you started, the possibilities are endless. From launching your presentation quickly with these quick start guides, to enhancing your existing content, or simply adding an extra layer of depth and visual interest â€“ there's something for everyone here. Whether you're featuring a specific theme, including a Background With our high quality images, or having a theme of simplicity with a clean design, this template has got you covered.

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Focused Students Sitting Line Writing

As students sit in rows, their eyes gaze upwards towards the chalkboard, eager to take notes as the lecturer begins to explain complex concepts in an engaging and informative way. The Wide Title "College Education" boasts a rich chocolate colored background that sets the tone for academic excellence, while its Widescreen format ensures crisp, high resolution images of high school classes or libraries flash across the screen at a rapid pace, captivating the viewer's attention from near and far. This template is a visually appealing and informative addition to any presentation, perfect for college education boards, universities, or educational institutions. The Chocolate colored background palette provides a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it ideal for engaging students and faculty alike. Incorporating Caucasian skin tones as the primary demographic adds authenticity to the overall design. A key feature of this template is its Signpost Layout slide, which serves as an introduction to the presenters' key points and ideas. The layout includes headings, bullet points, and relevant images, all carefully selected to enhance the overall message being conveyed. This slide can be customized to fit the presenter's style or brand identity. Incorporating high resolution images of classrooms or libraries will help create an immersive experience for viewers, while the Chocolate colored background palette ensures a cohesive look throughout the presentation. Furthermore, including a Background With a subtle gradient effect would add depth and visual interest to the slide.

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Graduate Man Looking Through Frame,

The world of education has never been more visually stunning, and our latest template is here to take your presentations to the next level. Imagine walking through an old school frame shop in the countryside, surrounded by wooden shelves overflowing with vintage cameras and photographs the perfect blend of nostalgia and modernity. This Dark Khaki background will transport you to a world of academia, where every detail tells a story of achievement and perseverance. Our template is designed for education professionals, featuring a simple yet elegant design that incorporates a range of high resolution images throughout. From sun kissed fields of gold to sleek cityscapes at night, each image has been carefully selected to enhance the overall visual impact of your presentation. With a focus on showcasing the best aspects of learning and growth, this template is sure to inspire and motivate even the most discerning audience. To get you started quickly, our downloadable template includes four essential slides that will help you set up your presentation in no time but don't worry, we won't pry into the nitty gritty. Just let us know how you'd like to begin, and we'll take care of the rest. With a Four Arrows Layout that features clean lines, organic shapes, and a natural color palette, this template is sure to have a theme of timeless elegance. Imagine presenting your project or research findings with confidence and poise, featuring stunning images that showcase your expertise. Our Dark Khaki background will transport you to a world of sophistication and authority, making you the go to speaker or presenter in your field. And when you need a boost of inspiration, just browse through our range of images from bustling city streets to serene landscapes all set against an elegantly simple design that's sure to leave a lasting impression. By incorporating high quality images into every slide, we've made it easy for you to enhance your presentation with a background that's truly one of a kind. And because this template is downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, you can share it directly with your colleagues and collaborators making it the perfect addition to any academic or professional presentation. As you start creating your presentation, remember to include a range of images throughout from bold graphics to photographs that showcase real world examples. With our Dark Khaki

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Young Student Teacher During Tutoring

The world is changing at a rapid pace, and as educators, we're no exception. The way students learn has become increasingly digital, and it's essential to adapt our teaching methods to cater to this new generation. A well designed template can be a powerful tool in helping us create engaging content that resonates with our audience. Imagine yourself standing in front of a large screen displaying high resolution images of an empty classroom. The walls are adorned with motivational quotes, and the floor is littered with textbooks and laptops. It's this type of atmosphere that we're aiming to recreate with our new template, Split Title. This stunning Widescreen template features light steel blue colors that evoke feelings of professionalism and approachability. We're not just stopping at a basic design; no, our template has a theme of "college life" at its core. It's designed to be downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, making it easy to integrate into your existing workflow. The 1 Picture on the left is actually an image of a woman sitting in front of a whiteboard, looking determined as she leads her students through a complex lesson. This picture sets the tone for the rest of the template, showcasing our commitment to creating engaging and interactive content. As you start using Split Title in your presentations, you'll notice it's not just a pretty face. It's a powerful tool that can be used to enhance presentations with featuring high resolution images of students working on their laptops or reading books. Having a theme of college life means we're including all sorts of background elements, from old textbooks to modern smartphones, that add depth and context to your content. We've also included four how to slides at the start of the deck to help you get up and running quickly, so you can dive straight into creating engaging presentations that capture your audience's attention.

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Graduates Holding Diploma

As you step into your academic journey, you're not just building a career, but also crafting a legacy that will leave a lasting impact on the world. The Corner Title template is designed to help you achieve this goal with elegance and sophistication. With its crimson color palette, this Widescreen template features 4 How To slides at the start of your deck, making it easy to get up and running quickly. These slides provide a foundation for launching your presentation, setting the tone for your message, and showcasing your skills. One of the standout features of this template is its Four Arrows Layout slide. This innovative design allows you to create a dynamic visual representation of your career milestones, making it an ideal inclusion in any presentation. Imagine presenting to a packed auditorium, with graduates holding their diplomas proudly, featuring high resolution images that capture the essence of education and achievement. The Corner Title template is more than just a download; it's a powerful tool for elevating your message, showcasing your personality, and connecting with your audience. With this Widescreen template, you're not just delivering a presentation â€“ you're leaving a lasting impression on your viewers. Its crimson color palette adds a touch of sophistication, while its Four Arrows Layout slide provides a unique and engaging way to display your career highlights.

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Educational Theme Graduating Student Academic

The moment you've been waiting for has finally arrived to unleash your creativity and showcase your academic achievements on the world stage. Imagine standing in front of a grand blackboard, surrounded by high resolution images of diplomas, degrees, and other prestigious university credentials, as you proudly display your graduation certificate. This is what it's all about showcasing your hard work, dedication, and academic excellence. Our template, "Graduating Student in Academic Gown", is the perfect starting point for any educational theme. With a focus on college students, this template features a warm and inviting goldenrod color palette that exudes a sense of achievement and success. The high resolution images of blackboards, diplomas, and degrees will transport your audience to a world of academic excellence. This template is not just about the visuals it's also designed to be easy to use and customize. With its Widescreen format, you can create a seamless and engaging presentation that showcases your content in all its glory. The downloadable nature of this template means you can work on it at your own pace, without any distractions or limitations. The "How To" slides are included to help you get up and running quickly, but for now, let's focus on the fun part creating a stunning presentation that showcases your academic achievements. Imagine featuring high resolution images of diplomas, degrees, and other prestigious university credentials in a beautiful goldenrod background, with bold fonts and elegant layouts. This template is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their educational theme, whether you're a college student, a teacher, or an educator looking to showcase your work. With its warm goldenrod color palette, high resolution images, and easy to use design, this template is sure to impress.

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Blue Picture Students Studying Laptop

In the heart of every college student lies a burning desire to succeed and excel in their studies. The pursuit of knowledge is not just about passing grades but about grasping the underlying concepts that shape our understanding of the world. As we embark on this journey, it's essential to have the right tools at our disposal. The Split Title template is designed to be a dynamic companion for your academic endeavors. This stunning widescreen template features a sleek steel blue color palette that exudes professionalism and sophistication. The background image is high resolution, providing ample space for you to create engaging slides that showcase your assignments and education journey. The futuristic interface with brain diagram on it adds a touch of modernity, making this template an ideal choice for those who want to stay ahead of the curve. The Split Title template is downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, ensuring seamless integration into your existing workflow. As you begin creating your slides, you'll notice that the Signpost Layout slide serves as a clear guide, helping you navigate through the various sections of the deck. Featuring a prominent background image, this slide provides a visual anchor for your content, while Including a Background With a subtle gradient effect adds depth and dimension to your presentation. Having a Theme of Enhanced With, this template is designed to elevate your presentations to new heights, making it an excellent choice for those who want to take their educational journey to the next level.

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Group Students Using Gadgets Classroom

Presentation theme with group of students using gadgets in classroom

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View Through Transparent Board Scientist

The image of a scientist standing confidently in front of a transparent board filled with numerous scientific charts and equations is one that grabs attention. The Corner Title template, designed to make any presentation stand out, boasts a beautiful burly wood colored background that sets it apart from other templates. This high resolution image provides the perfect starting point for any educational or study themed presentation. The Corner Title template features an impressive combination of modern design elements with a touch of classic elegance, giving it a unique and sophisticated look. The template's theme is centered around the concept of biotechnology, medical research, and study sessions, making it a great fit for any educational setting. One of the standout features of this template is its ability to incorporate high resolution images into its design. A grid layout slide can be created featuring 8 stunning photographs, including ones with a focus on lab equipment, molecular structures, and detailed illustrations of various biological processes. These images can be used as a starting point for presentations that need to showcase complex scientific concepts in an engaging and informative way. The Corner Title template is easily downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, making it simple to incorporate into any presentation or lecture. The burly wood colored background and high resolution images create a visually appealing and professional atmosphere, perfect for making your slides stand out from the crowd.

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Happy Female Graduates Hugging Wearing

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College Graduate Many Flying Hats

As you embark on your academic journey, your college career is just beginning to take off in a major way Peruvian inspired images will transport you back in time to high school reunions and memories that will last forever showcasing the beauty of Peru's rich cultural heritage The Corner Title template is designed for maximum impact with its bold and colorful design featuring four how to slides that will help you get up and running quickly including a background with a textured mortar board effect, having a theme of celebrating college achievement Featuring high resolution images of diverse students enjoying their time in college Enhanced with intricate details of traditional Peruvian architecture This template is not just for visual inspiration, it's also compatible with Google Slides making it the perfect choice for educators and students alike to enhance their presentation skills.

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