Overview

Within our broadly informed curriculum, you will explore typography, digital imaging, digital media for print, graphic design, motion graphics and web design—including user-experience and interface design.

Both in and outside the classroom, you will combine theory and practice informed by readings, discussions and research as you hone your skills and abilities through internships, in-depth critiques and hands-on workshops within a sophisticated and cutting-edge studio environment.

Learning Outcomes

You will be able to articulate a personal creative vision in print and screen media through oral presentation
You will integrate the theory of digital art and design into your studio work
You will demonstrate proficiency in appropriate digital design software
You will devise a design solution for a real-life local community organization
You will produce a professional portfolio suitable for a chosen design career path

Careers

Digital Design students at Seattle University graduate with a solid print and web portfolio, skills, and hands on community service related experiences that prepare them to enter either the design industry or to pursue a graduate degree in art & design.

Many have been hired at design companies or in house design departments nationwide, mostly on the West Coast: Seattle, Redmond, Yakima, Portland, San Francisco, also Austin (TX) Washington DC, and New York.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Design and Color
Digital Imaging
Graphic Design
Digital Media for Web
Digital Media: Motion Graphics
Digital Media: Interactive Graphics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

More details

International student applications should be submitted 6-9 months prior to the application quarter.
National students: February 15 (Spring Quarter).

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Quarter Credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Seattle, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

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English proficiency

SAT and ACT Requirements

Seattle University does not require the ACT or SAT of international freshman applicants. However, these scores do enhance an application, and sufficiently high critical reading and writing scores will be accepted in lieu of the TOEFL to demonstrate English proficiency.

Portfolio

Submission of 3 examples from each of the courses Design & Color, Drawing, Typography. Digital Imaging (15 digital images total).

Written Components

Submission of an application form, including a 1,000 - 1,500 word essay

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

57825 USD / year

≈ 57825 USD / year
Out-of-State

57825 USD / year

≈ 57825 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

57825 USD / year

≈ 57825 USD / year

Living costs

Seattle

United States

1480 - 2580 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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