BS in Studio and Digital Arts –
Graphic Design
Turn Your Graphic Design Skills into a Rewarding Career by Earning our Graphic Design Bachelor’s Degree
You have a passion for creating digital art, 3D animation, and unique brand logos. Develop your skills in art and design with a graphic design degree from Liberty University’s Studio & Digital Arts department. As a student of graphic design, you can gain an understanding of the principles and techniques of visual communication and how to use them in the workplace.
With our graphic design concentration, you can gain technical skills and study production technology while you expand your skills in conceptual thinking and visual problem-solving. Study under degreed and industry-skilled professors who are grounded in their faith.
Build a portfolio of projects that integrate design principles through typography, digital illustration, digital imaging, and more. With exhibition and internship opportunities built in, our bachelor’s in graphic design degree can help prepare you for your future in the field.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Highlights
Highlights of Our Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design Program
Industry-Experienced Professors
Our professors have years of real-world experience designing for Oxford University, A Beka Book, NEEDTOBREATHE, and HarperCollins, to name a few. They are dedicated to mentoring you in your graphic design journey.
Graduates Making an Impact
Our graphic design program produces graduates of distinction who have careers designing for organizations like the Motion Picture Association of America, Merrell, Hallmark, ESPN, and the International Justice Mission.
Award-Winning Students at Every Level
Our students have won hundreds of awards on the local, regional, and national levels for art, design, and photography.
Cutting-Edge Technology to Fuel Your Creativity
Our Studio and Digital Arts department provides the newest technology available so you can create projects that are both innovative and marketable, from 3D modeling to virtual reality.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a BS in Graphic Design?
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Studio and Digital Arts – Graphic Design can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Animator
- Commercial and industrial designer
- Graphic artist or designer
- Illustrator
- Multimedia artist
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in Our Bachelor’s in Graphic Design Degree Program?
In our BS in Graphic Design program, you can study under professors with years of experience designing for companies, bands, and ministries around the world. These professors are also dedicated to providing you with marketable skills training that will help you develop your portfolio. Throughout this degree, you can also discover how to incorporate text in a design, create vector images, prepare digital art for publication, and use your designs to craft a brand’s marketing identity.
Our bachelor’s degree in graphic design also offers you the opportunity to showcase your accomplishments as a designer in a portfolio exhibition on campus during your senior year.
Featured BS in Graphic Design Courses
ARTS 223 – Introduction to Typography
ARTS 332 – Vector Illustration
ARTS 342 – Digital Imaging
ARTS 473 – Introduction to 3D Graphics
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Communication and the Arts
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the degree
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design?
Train as a Champion for Christ
At Liberty, we Train Champions for Christ. This means that we are dedicated to providing you with technical skills, hands-on experience, and biblical training to work in your field with excellence and integrity.
Gain Resources to Help You Grow
As 1 of the largest universities in the nation, we have resources to help you make the most of your bachelor’s degree in graphic design. We believe in helping you reach your full potential as a graphic designer who is prepared to impact the world for eternity.
Enjoy Prestigious Internships
With programs like our Washington Fellowships, we give you the opportunity to pursue internships with prestigious companies like Ralph Lauren, Bloomingdale’s, Fox News, Disney, and ESPN – all without delaying your graduation date.
Support for High-Achieving Students
For our incoming students who excel, we provide additional support and community through our Honors and Eagle Scholars programs, so you can develop your leadership skills and make the most of your academic and artistic achievements.
Admissions
How Do You Become a BS in Graphic Design Student?
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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