Master of Arts Visual Communication Design
Communicate Through Visual Art in Our Online Master’s Degree in Visual Communication Design!
Do you want to learn to effectively connect with the world visually? With Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Visual Communication Design, you can enhance your oral and written communication skills through the use of visual media! Our visual communication design degree program can equip you with the tools and skills to pursue your desired career.
We don’t just train skilled professionals; we train exceptional professionals who want to make a difference. Our mission is to develop Christ-centered men and women with the values, knowledge, and skills essential for impacting the world. All of our courses are taught from a biblical perspective so you can grow in your walk with Christ while preparing for your career.
Liberty University’s 100% online M.A. in Visual Communication Design can help you become equipped with skills in essential design tools that may help you become an effective leader in the professional world. Through this program, you may be able to transfer directly into our Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design.
What Will You Study in Liberty’s Online M.A. in Visual Communication and Design?
- Digital imaging
- Interactive design
- Issues in contemporary art
- Typography
In Liberty University’s online Master of Arts in Visual Communication Design program, you can study advanced design theory, visual storytelling, and digital media techniques. The program blends creative development with practical application, helping you explore how design influences communication across various platforms and industries.
Potential Career Options in Visual Communication Design
- Advertising
- Marketing
- Business
- Education
Master’s in Visual Communication Design Online Degree Program Highlights
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 visual communication degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- Gain a deeper understanding of how visual communication shapes culture, marketing, and media.
- Strengthen your portfolio with projects that blend creativity, strategy, and technology.
- Learn from faculty who integrate professional design experience with a values-driven perspective.
Military Benefits
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 – $290 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 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)
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
