Round 1 Deadline: January 19 // Round 2 Deadline: March 19. For more information about deadlines and timelines, visit the Apply page.
The M.A. in Graphic Design provides intensive immersion in the language and practice of graphic design, and it is designed for professionals and graduates from non-design fields, including liberal arts, fine arts, journalism, architecture, communications, and photography. The program also seeks applicants who studied design as ³ÉÈËÊÓƵs yet desire a more comprehensive and rigorous education in the visual language of graphic design.
Candidates are asked to submit a professional resume of no more than 2 pages detailing: professional and volunteer experience, education (degree programs and continuing studies), and technical skills
Applicants should submit a written statement (no longer than 500 words) that includes:
Recommendations are submitted online via .
Digital transcripts from the last degree-granting institution can be uploaded to SlideRoom. Official transcripts are not required for the initial review process, however, the Graduate Review Committee may request additional or official documentation before decision notification.
Applicants should submit a recommended 15-18 digital images for review. Applicants may upload images or video documents. For good image quality and fast upload, please follow the guidelines provided by SlideRoom. JPGs are preferred to PDFs. Submissions should show how you use typography, images, color, composition, etc. to visually communicate. Sketches and process work are acceptable with captions that explain the broader context of the work.
Applicants should submit their portfolio materials for review with their application via . Specific technical guidelines addressing the submission of digital images, video files, sound files and text files are available in the SlideRoom system.
Payable via credit card during the application submission stage online.
International candidates whose primary language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English. Additionally, certified translations of all letters of reference, transcripts and school documentation must be provided. For additional information on international applicant requirements, please visit Information for International Graduate Applicants.