Graphic Design (BFA)
Inspiring Creative Communities
Become a graphic designer, web designer, typeface designer or art director. Today's graphic artists are the visual masterminds behind the complex design challenges of the professional world.
The major in graphic design prepares students for entry-level design positions. Professional graphic designers plan and execute designs for visual communication according to the needs of audiences and clients in the context for which they are intended.
Quick Facts
- Locations
- Brookings Main Campus
- Credits
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120
- Est. Time to Completion
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4 years
- Start Term
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Fall, Spring, Summer
Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
- Have strong skills in art and design.
- Work well with technology.
- Are committed to developing your talent.
- Have a creative, expressive and curious personality.
- Have excellent leadership and communication skills.
Job Outlook
Career Opportunities
Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:
- Graphic designer
- Web/interactive designer
- Advertising designer
- Art director/creative director
- Logo and brand identity design
Recent Employers and Internship Opportunities
Students have interned at and gone on to work at the following:
- Lawrence and Schiller
- Lemonly
- Fresh Produce
- Blend Interactive
- Daktronics
- NBC Universal Sports
- IBM Design
- SDSU Wellness Center
Clubs & Organizations
We offer the following extracurricular clubs to participate in:
- American Institute of Graphic Arts
- Art Club
- Advertising Club
- Association for Computing Machinery Club
