Overview

Preparation involves both theoretical and practical study with emphasis on typography, form and image, information architecture, experience design and interactive design. Admission to the BFA Graphic Design program is by portfolio review, which takes place after completing preliminary course work.

Features

After admission, passage of portfolio reviews conducted at the end of each semester are required to continue to advance through the BFA GD program. All students are required to complete a professional internship.

In addition to the regular curriculum, Graphic Design students at San José State University have the opportunity to attend special classes and workshops led by studio professionals and faculty members.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Visual Communication & Process

Intermediate Typography

Advanced Typography

Graphic Design Portfolio

Visual Literacy: Image Making

Exhibition Design & Info Graphics

Digital Applications: Methodology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-12-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-02 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Jose, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Earn the equivalent of a U.S. 3.0 grade point average (GPA) or an average of “B” grades.

Successfully complete three years of college preparatory mathematics with a minimum grade of “C-” or better.

Meet English language proficiency requirements.

Submit partial official secondary school (high school) transcripts and final transcripts.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

8846 USD / year

≈ 8846 USD / year
Out-of-State

8846 USD / year

≈ 8846 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

8846 USD / year

≈ 8846 USD / year

Additional Details

Non-resident students pay basic registration fees plus $444 per unit.

Living costs

San Jose

United States

1740 - 3150 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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