Overview

Program Overview

Graduates of the Visual Communication - Commercial Photography Major at the Ohio University earn a Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication - Commercial Photography. Intensive training is offered at Ohio University in publication design including data visualization and informational graphics, with preparation for careers in the magazine, newspaper, corporate and non-governmental organization (NGOs) communication fields; interactive design and UX for web and digital mobile platforms for careers in a wide range of communication settings; documentary photojournalism for newspapers, magazinesm, NGOs, and the Internet; and commercial photography with preparation for careers in the fashion, product, and corporate communication and advertising fields.

Goals of the School

The goals of the School of Visual Communication - Commercial Photography are:

to equip students with the necessary skills to be successful in the media, and the background and motivation to enable them to compete for leadership roles in the field
to provide assistance and professional guidance in visual communication to working photographers, editors, and other personnel, newspapers, press services, magazines, industrial photographic departments, trade associations, multimedia and education media production units and cultural and scientific visual communicators
to set high standards for visual integrity and communication ethics

to foster and promote scholarly research and creative activities

Freshman/First-Year Admission

The School of Visual Communication requires an informal interview for admission to the program. During this interview, we would like to learn more about your creative goals and review any examples of creative work you can provide. This is also an opportunity for you to learn about us. If you don’t have a portfolio or other examples of your work, we still want to talk to you. Don’t let that keep you from coming. For additional information about general admission guidelines please visit the Undergraduate Admissions page.

For this career-oriented professional program you will need professional equipment to complete assignments and eventually compete in the job market. Ensuring every opportunity for students to excel in a very competitive field, we require use of certain basic levels of equipment. It is highly recommended that all students in the school have their own computer for use in completing class assignments.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Precision Language for Journalists
Description + Drawing
Commercial Photography: Fashion and portraiture
History of Photography
African American Arts and Artists
Illustration: Digital Imaging

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athens, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application form
Official academic records
Evidence of sufficient funding
Statement of activities.
Exams for scholarship consideration

GCSE or IGCSE Curricula

For students participating in the GCSE or IGCSE curricula, they generally expect to see at least 6 passes, graded C or higher. Students who are going on to complete GCE Advanced Subsidiary (AS-levels) and/or Advanced Levels (A-levels) may be awarded transfer credit for successfully completed exams.

International Baccalaureate Curriculum

For students studying an International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, they generally expect an average of 5 out of 7 on your college-preparatory curriculum. IB Higher Level examinations may also be eligible for transfer credit.

Technological requirements

Commercial photography students entering VICO 2221 are required to own a professional-level DSLR of at least 16 mega-pixels. A full-frame 35mm-size sensor is highly recommended. In addition to the camera, one wide-angle lens, one telephoto lens, an electronic flash meter, and a professional tripod are also required.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

25796 USD / year

≈ 25796 USD / year
Out-of-State

25796 USD / year

≈ 25796 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14582 USD / year

≈ 14582 USD / year

Living costs

Athens

United States

1079 - 1780 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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Program Overview

Goals of the School

Freshman/First-Year Admission

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

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Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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