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Graphic Design Degrees

Online Graphic Design Programs at Rasmussen College. A Creative Way to Learn.

The market is always looking for visual thinkers. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the graphic design industry is projected to grow.1 Our online Graphic Design programs can give you the tools you need to launch a career you’ll love. With the guidance of work-experienced faculty, you’ll build a portfolio that stands out. Unleash your creativity, watch your future take shape.

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Emerging Trends

Explore trends impacting the world of design such as “thumb-friendly” mobile navigation, Design Thinking and design for ever-changing platforms and technologies.

Adobe® Creative Cloud

Master the latest version of Adobe® Creative Cloud and other industry-standard tools. Design impactful, user-friendly results.

Problem Solving

Conceptualize, design and implement persuasive solutions to complex visual challenges. Put on your inventive hat.

Translate Design Thinking Into Action

Learn the predominant theories of design and interactivity. Bring them to life in branding, user experience and critical creative thinking.

Real-World Projects

Expand your talent in multi-disciplinary, project-based challenges using advanced techniques in industry-leading software.

Education You Can Build On

Total Associate's Degree Credits Needed to Complete

91 Credits

Total Bachelor's Degree Credits Needed to Complete

180 Credits

Our ladder lets you reach higher.

Our "laddering" approach to education allows you to bolster your resume by earning your online Graphic Design Associate’s degree in the process of earning your online Graphic Design Bachelor’s degree. Then, once you’re ready, you can transfer those initial credits to complete your Bachelor’s degree. It’s both time- and money-saving. And, in 2019, Associate’s degree students transferred in an average of 26 credits.2 Don’t discard credits—make the most of them.

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A Curriculum Designed by Experience

Our instructors are accomplished design professionals who have received industry awards and accolades for their work. You’ll be exposed to immersive, hands-on scenarios that matter in your Graphic Design college courses. Class smarts, meet life smarts.

Design Skills Meet Life Skills

Employers look for designers with a well-rounded education. Students at all levels will cultivate six employer-valued transferable skills, or soft skills: critical thinking, digital fluency, information literacy, communication, diversity and teamwork, and ethics and professional responsibility. All six are strategically embedded into your coursework; they are integral to the work world.

I enjoy every part of my assignments and every challenge I face. It’s the feeling I get every time I sit down and start working.

Mariana

Student, School of Design

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What is graphic design?

Graphic design uses visual problem-solving and communication through use of typography, photography, illustration and iconography.
Is graphic design a good career?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the projected job growth for the graphic design industry is growing.1
What can you do with a Graphic Design degree?

There are a wide range of careers available for degree holders. Besides “Graphic Designer”, you can use your skills to become an Art Director, a Production Artist, a UX designer, a Motion Designer and many others.
What can you expect from an online Graphic Design program?

Our program will help you build a portfolio, pursue industry certifications and gain proficiency in current design software. Our curriculum was designed by industry experts with over 200 years of experience.
Where can I find an online Graphic Design program near me?

The Rasmussen College online Graphic Design programs are fully online and available in every state except Connecticut, New York and Rhode Island.

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Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, [career information accessed May 21, 2020] https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/graphic-designers.htm. BLS salary data represents national, averaged earnings for the occupations listed and includes workers at all levels of education and experience. This data does not represent starting salaries. Employment conditions in your area may vary.
2019 Rasmussen College Credit Transfer Data, collected December 17, 2019. The average number of transfer credits will vary by student. Tuition savings information displayed here is based on the credit transfer data of incoming students who enrolled in a Rasmussen College program in 2019. Rasmussen College reserves the right to accept or deny credits according to policies outlined in the course catalog. Actual time to completion will be based upon transfer evaluation and eligibility.
Completion time is dependent on transfer credits accepted and the number of courses completed each term.
Estimated total program cost for a full-time student with no transfer of credit.
Adobe®, Adobe® Photoshop® and Adobe® Lightroom® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe® in the United States and/or other countries.
Rasmussen College reserves the right to accept or deny credits according to policies outlined in the course catalog. Actual time to completion will be based upon transfer evaluation and eligibility.
Savings calculated from students enrolled at Rasmussen College who utilized Flex Choice® Credit by Assessment, which were offered for no additional charge when taken concurrently with traditional courses from May 2014 to January 2018. When completed, assessments reduced the number of traditional courses students were required to complete as part of their program. From the launch of Flex Choice Credit by Assessment in May 2014 through January 2018, 8,297 courses have been completed. Calculation: 8,297 courses x 3.2 credits per course = 26,550 credits. Cost per credit $250 x 26,550 credits = $6,637,500 in savings in the last four years. Since January 2017, we’ve been charging $99 per attempt 10,280 attempts since January 2017 x $99 = $1,017,720 in revenue. $6,637,500 savings - $1,017,720 revenue = $5,619,780 saved.
2019 Graphic Design Associate’s and Bachelor’s Degrees Curriculum Design Summit included industry experts with approximately 200 years of design experience, collected November 20, 2019.
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