The Graphic Design program provides a comprehensive education in design principles, applications, theories, history, and practice. The curriculum places particular emphasis on craft, concept, and research skills, as well as the development of effective design processes, the generation of meaningful narratives and story-telling techniques, and engagement with various community partners. Students work with faculty primarily through studio courses that introduce an increasing complexity of design problems and methodologies, combined with opportunities for independent development and interaction with professionals. The 100-level courses in graphic design introduce principles of basic design and art and their specific applications in graphic design. The 200-level courses provide a comprehensive studio experience with an increased emphasis on design thinking. The first two years of study culminate with a required Sophomore Portfolio Review, occurring once each year at the end of the Spring term. All students majoring in graphic design (including students transferring in with lower- or upper-division credits) must pass this Review to enroll in 300-level graphic design courses. Only after successfully passing the Review are graphic design majors allowed to continue progression through the program. In their 300- and 400-level course work, students choose courses of increasing specialization, have opportunities for engaging in professional internships, and work to develop a professional portfolio as the culmination of their design studies.To apply as a freshman (first-year student), you must have completed your U.S. secondary school (university preparatory) education or equivalent with a cumulative (overall) grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 when converted to the United States 4.0 grading scale. You are not required to submit college entrance exam (SAT or ACT) scores; however, a low GPA can be offset by SAT or ACT scores. You must also satisfy the English language proficiency requirements: undergraduate before enrolling in regular academic classes.

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