NEW for Fall 2027
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Graphic Design
Design Your Future.
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Graphic Design at UW-Superior helps you transform your ideas into. compelling visual stories and meaningful creative work. Through hands-on projects, real-world experiences, and personalized mentorship, you’ll build the skills and confidence to thrive in today’s design industry.
As a Graphic Design student, you’ll develop your creative voice while learning how design influences communication, shapes experiences, and drives change. You’ll work with industry-standard tools, explore emerging technologies, collaborate with community partners and create a professional portfolio that showcases your talents to future employers and clients.
Whether you envision a career in graphic design, branding, digital media, advertising, content creation, or another creative field, you’ll graduate prepared to make an impact through thoughtful, human-centered design.
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Apply to the Graphic Design program at UW–Superior and take the next step toward a rewarding career.
Why Study Graphic Design at UW-Superior
The graphic design industry is changing rapidly, creating new opportunities for creative professionals who can think strategically, communicate effectively and adapt to emerging technologies.
This curriculum emphasizes:
- Creative concept development and visual storytelling
- Industry-standard design software and production techniques
- Digital media and emerging technologies, including AI-assisted design tools
- Collaboration, project management, and professional communication
- Ethical, inclusive, and culturally responsive design practices
- Entrepreneurship and career readiness
With UW-Superior’s small class sizes and low student-to-faculty ratio, students receive individualized mentorship and ongoing feedback as they develop professional-quality portfolios and prepare for careers in the creative industries.
Please note: courses are actively being designed – check back for more information.
Learn by Doing
Experiential learning is at the heart of the Graphic Design B.F.A.
Throughout the program, students work on authentic design challenges while partnering with campus organizations, community groups, businesses and regional employers. These experiences help students build professional skills while creating work with real-world impact.
High-Impact Learning Experiences Include:
Community-Engaged Design Projects
Collaborate with local organizations and clients to develop creative solutions for real communication challenges.
Internships
Gain professional experience and build industry connections through required internship opportunities tailored to your interests and career goals.
Senior Capstone Project
Complete an independent, portfolio-worthy project guided by faculty and community partners. Your capstone allows you to explore your passions while demonstrating your creative and professional abilities.
What You’ll Learn
Graduates of the Graphic Design B.F.A. program will be able to:
Demonstrate technical proficiency in design software and production methods.
Solve complex design problems through research, critical thinking, and creative iteration.
Communicate ideas effectively through visual and verbal means.
Apply ethical, inclusive, and culturally responsive design practices.
Understand professional pathways in employment, entrepreneurship, and graduate study.
Develop a polished professional portfolio showcasing high-quality creative work.
Program Structure
The B.F.A. in Graphic Design is a comprehensive professional degree consisting of:
- 120 total credits
- 60 credits in Graphic Design
- 36 credits in General Education
- Additional elective coursework that may be used toward a minor, certificate, or complementary area of study
Full-time students can complete the program in four years, with opportunities for accelerated completion through strategic course planning and summer enrollment.
Career Opportunities
Graphic design professionals are in demand across a wide range of industries, from marketing and advertising to digital media and technology.
Graduates may pursue careers such as:
The program’s combination of creative development, technical training, and professional experience prepares graduates to enter the workforce or continue their education through advanced study.
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Applying to UW-Superior is easy and free for undergraduate students. Once your application is submitted, you’ll hear from us within just a few days. We’re here to help you every step of the way with any questions you may have, so why wait? Start your application today.
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