Graphic Design

Bachelor’s Degree

The UIU Advantage

Turn your creativity into a rewarding career! In this program, you will use the latest digital technologies to learn the technical and creative problem-solving skills needed to produce the advertisements, videos, social media, and web designs that so much of our world depends on.

Why Graphic Design at UIU?

Be creative right away—begin your Graphic Design coursework as a freshmen!
Leave UIU proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and with a portfolio of your best original work—ready to impress future employers.
Learn from faculty who have real-world experience and are experts in the fields they teach; enjoy the support of helpful, caring staff who are there for you from start to finish.
A minor is also available in Graphic Design. Students with interests in related fields of study, like marketing or communication, may find the 24-credit graphic design minor to be a good fit.

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Graphic Design Courses

See course descriptions for the classes you need for your Graphic Design degree, as well as any general education requirements.

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Academic Calendar

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Careers in Graphic Design

A degree prepares you for many careers, such as art director, creative director, film & video editor, graphic designer, industrial/product designer, marketing manager, multimedia artist/animator, photographer, web designer.

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Convenient, Focused Scheduling

UIU Graphic Design students have the advantage of focusing on fewer classes at once with the Two-at-a-Time schedule. Plus, convenient evening or online courses ensure your education fits your unique lifestyle.

The Graphic Design bachelor’s degree program is offered through UIU’s School of Business and Professional Studies.

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Projected growth in graphic designer jobs from 2018 to 2028

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Student to faculty ratio means small class sizes and one-on-one time with instructors

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UIU graduates employed or continuing their education within 6 months of graduation

Admissions

When you’re ready to apply for your bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, we’re ready to help you every step of the way.

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Go Further with an MBA

Earned your undergraduate degree in Graphic Design? Consider UIU’s MBA program to advance your career even further.

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Faculty Spotlight

Don McComb, Ph.D.
Professor of Graphic Design (2000)

Nearly one third of all graphic designers are self-employed. Our program’s position within the School of Business and Professional Studies gives students access to the skills they need to be their own bosses.