This concentration is offered within the Bachelor of Fine Arts in studio art program. This 120-credit program provides in-depth technical training. Seek this path to build a robust professional portfolio or to prepare for graduate studies.
If you want to pair your graphic design training with a minor in a field like business, marketing or communications, consider the Bachelor of Arts in studio art with a focus on graphic design.
Design your future
Graphic design builds a career where creativity shapes the world. Gain the professional knowledge, abilities and skills needed to develop a portfolio that showcases your design expertise. Professional success awaits as an art director, creative director, digital designer or illustrator. Our program prepares you for these roles through hands-on studio work and real-world project experience.
Build a professional portfolio
Classes cover the creative process, type design, digital illustration and professional practices. You'll work on client-based projects that include branding, website development, logo design, environmental graphics, packaging and advertising campaigns. Get ready to also explore various illustration genres such as animation, graphic novels and editorial design.
Gain an edge with electives
Focused electives help you sharpen specific skills. Choose from courses in typography, illustration, history of design and professional internships.
Connect with industry pros
Collaboration across campus brings your designs to life. Team up with mass communication and marketing students for the American Advertising Federation's National Student Advertising Competition. Self-directed agencies work to create award-winning campaigns for world-class clients, and participating students travel to attend national industry events.
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Requirements Degree mapIs this program accredited?
Yes, by the NASAD.
Requirements for admission to SFA
All applicants must meet the undergraduate admission requirements. Select the option that best describes you:
- First-year student (have never enrolled in college)
- Transfer student (have enrolled in college)
- All other applicants
Ready to complete your application?
Undergraduate applications are accepted online. Apply using ApplyTexas or Common App. Both are fine, just only submit one.
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Priority deadlines
SFA has rolling admissions. That means you can apply to the university anytime. Although, applying early has financial and housing benefits. Make sure to check with your specific department! Some programs need extra paperwork by a certain date to consider you for the upcoming semester.
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