Federalism in the United States is the evolving relationship between state governments and the federal government of the United States. American government has evolved from a system of dual federalism to one of associative federalism.
Illustrators with high school diplomas may qualify for some entry-level positions; however, some employers prefer illustrators to possess associate's or bachelor's degrees. These degree programs are designed to enhance illustrators' natural talents while providing a technical education.
The first step to becoming an Illustrator would be to find a college that has an extensive art program. There are many such colleges and universities offering these types of classes but make sure you find one that has a degree program in the arts and specifically in the field of illustration that you are interested in.