Art and Design
Shape and interpret information and communicate visually.
Graphic designers shape, interpret and translate information as visual communicators linked at the intersection of art and technology. The BFA in Graphic Design prepares students for success beginning with art and design foundation work that progresses to intensive graphic design courses with experiential and service learning components, allowing for practical application of a growing skill set. Paired with a comprehensive liberal arts education, our program prepares students to thrive as adaptable critical thinkers in a range of professional careers including: branding, packaging; environmental, web, interaction and production design; digital, marketing, social media and user experience design.
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86%
of 2019 graphic design graduates were employed one year after graduation
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86%
of graphic design seniors completed an internship
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NASAD
accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design
Student Spotlight
Yamilet Perez Aragon decided to major in graphic design at the University of Dayton because she was interested in the way the program encourages students to use visual communication to convey a message to an audience. “I was also interested in the way that you as a designer can create work that has the power to move people and change them.”
Student Spotlight
Yamilet Perez Aragon decided to major in graphic design at the University of Dayton because she was interested in the way the program encourages students to use visual communication to convey a message to an audience. “I was also interested in the way that you as a designer can create work that has the power to move people and change them.”
Our graphic design majors have continued opportunities to work with clients on campus and throughout the Dayton region. This real-world experience builds professional best practices and networking relationships.
Work with clients from across campus and the Dayton community in solving real-world design problems.
Students collaborate with campus partners to bring the artistic creation of community storytelling to visual fruition.
Explore
Visit Campus
Interested in learning more about graphic design? We'd love to meet with you. Schedule an academic appointment by calling our department at 937-229-3237. You can also choose to schedule a general campus tour and admission presentation.
Dean's Summer Fellowship
Work with a faculty mentor on your self-directed research project as a Dean's Summer Fellow.
Celebration of the Arts
The Celebration of the Arts is held each spring in conjunction with the annual Stander Symposium.
Experiential Learning
Real-World Experience
Through practical learning opportunities like internships and co-ops, you can build your resume, gain practical experience and prepare for a successful career.
Next Steps
12:1
student-to-faculty ratio for art and design majors