Overview

The world around us is a picture. Always. But it’s an ever-changing one. And as the industry faces so much change at the hands of technology, we need thinkers who are ready to refine that image for us, to show us which parts are important. You’ve heard picture is worth a thousand words. At Loyno, we’ll teach you the skills to decide which ones are worth a million.

Overview of the Visual Communication program from Loyola University New Orleans

In addition to 3 core courses, students choose from discipline-specific electives to personalize the program. Here’s a sample of what you can expect to learn and do:

Brand Lab

This student-run agency offers real-world experience in advertising, public relations, design, photography and videography, social media, event, and strategic planning by working with for-profit companies to create communication solutions.

Photography

The course covers the technical skills and the aesthetic understanding needed to produce quality photographs with a digital still camera. Emphasis is given to the composition and content of photographs during regular lab and critique sessions. The course also explores the significance of photography in both historical and contemporary contexts.

Videography

Videography builds skills in visual storytelling. Students work with digital video cameras to shoot, write and edit video news stories including several video news packages, one of which must focus on a social justice topic. Advertising This is an introduction to the field of advertising with attention given to market planning, message strategies, media planning, and advertising’s impact on society.

Possible Careers

Advertising creative director

Brand strategist

Videographer

Photographer

Multimedia journalist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Photography
Videography
Social Media Strategies
Print Design Narrative
Motion Design Narrative
Brand Lab

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

Duolingo English Test

105

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Visual Arts Digital Marketing View 217 other Bachelors in Digital Marketing in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

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105

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete Loyola’s free online application or the Common Application
Take a quiz to help discover possible majors to declare on your application.
Submit original secondary school transcripts.
Review AP, IB and other credit guides
Students who complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program are eligible to receive up to 30 credits at Loyola University New Orleans, which is equivalent to one full year of study, or sophomore status.
Submit official TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test (DET), SAT**, or ACT** scores
Submit one letter of recommendation
Submit the Affidavit of Support and copy of your passport photo page

Tuition Fee

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International

49440 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 49440 USD per year during 48 months.
National

49440 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 49440 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

49440 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 49440 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for New Orleans

1125 - 2151 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Visual Communication.

Available Scholarships

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