Appalachian State University
Graphic Design (BFA)
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Location
Boone campus
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Visualize a career in graphic design.
Harness your creative talent and make inroads to your future career with App State’s Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Graphic Design degree program.
In this program, you will explore the trends impacting the design world: interactive design, mobile navigation, typography, design thinking and more. You’ll also learn transferable skills that will help boost your professional life, wherever you take it.
Gain real-world experience honing your craft in App State’s fully equipped facilities and labs. You’ll learn from faculty who are experienced and professionally active designers. Program coursework focuses on conceptual thinking, typographic expression, formal and technical processes and skills, and proficiency in creative problem-solving and visual criticism.
A ‘Best College’ for 2025
The Princeton Review named App State among the best schools in the U.S. and Southeast for 2025.
Top 3 in innovation, undergraduate teaching
U.S. News & World Report has recognized App State as a top three school for innovation and the high quality of its undergraduate instruction for eight consecutive years.
A ‘Best College’ for value
App State’s quality, affordability and student outcomes place it among the nation’s 2024 best schools for value, according to Money.com
Innovative Academics
Courses
Minors
A minor is not required. Students who do pursue a minor often choose Studio Art with Portfolio Review, Studio Art without Portfolio Review or Art History.
Transferring Credits
Learn about App State’s credit transfer process, and use our Transfer Equivalency Course Search tool to determine how your courses may transfer to App State.
General Education
With courses in history, natural and social sciences and humanities, App State’s General Education Program will reshape your outlook on learning and provide a foundational skill set that will prepare you for any career.
Accelerated Master’s
You can begin your graduate studies as an undergraduate and earn your master’s degree in as little as one year.
Careers and Mountaineers
Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go! Our passionate and engaged alumni become leaders in their communities and chosen professions.
Careers
- Advertising Director
- Art Director
- Book Designer
- Cartoonist
- Catalog Page Designer
- Communications Specialist
- Computer Graphic Artist
- Creative Director
- Editorial Artist
- Fashion Illustrator
- Graphic Designer
- Multimedia Designer
- Typographer
- Video Game Designer
- Web Designer
Some of these roles may require education beyond a bachelor’s degree.
Employers
Career information resource
App State’s Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.
More to Explore at App State
Fund Your Education
Numerous scholarship and financial aid opportunities are available to help fund your App State education. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid.
International Experience
Work outside your cultural boundaries. Learn more.
Real-world Internships
Gain firsthand experience while earning your degree. Learn more
Find Your Community
Get inspired and get involved by joining App State clubs and organizations, such as App State’s American Institute of Graphic Arts chapter. Learn more
Honors College
Develop high-level creative thinking and research skills. Learn more and check out the departmental honors program.
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