Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

What Will You Study in Our Graphic Design Classes Online?

• Graphic design tools that can help you learn to create effective digital art
• Principles of visual communication that shape how people reach their audiences
• The history of art and how the influences of the past affect today’s visual designs

In the Bachelor of Science in Digital Design – Graphic Design, you can master foundational design concepts such as typography, vector illustration, digital imaging, and 2D/3D design using industry‑standard software like Adobe Creative Suite. You can deepen your artistic and visual communication skills through both theoretical coursework and hands‑on projects, including practicums and internships that can enhance your professional portfolio.

Potential Careers with a Degree in Graphic Design Online

• Art director
• Copy editor
• Corporate team builder
• Multimedia artist or animator
• Publication editor
• Web developer

Benefits of Liberty’s Graphic Design Online Degree

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online BFA from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors.
• To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
• Strengthen your visual storytelling skills through immersive, hands-on coursework in typography, vector graphics, digital imaging, 3D design, and interactive media.
• Build a professional portfolio and gain real-world experience through practicums, internships, and portfolio exhibitions that can help you prepare to pursue creative careers.
• Learn from industry-experienced faculty and receive constructive feedback as you create purpose-driven, market-ready designs rooted in visual communication best practices.

Military Benefits for the Graphic Design Online Degree

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:  

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

• Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
• Potential college credit for military training