Overview
This Graphic Design program at Black Hills State University will give you the necessary graphic and computer design skills and the experience to prepare you for an exciting, cutting-edge career in advertising, publishing, or public relations.
The Graphic Design BFA at BHSU offers:
- Hands-on experience with the "Jacket Journal" student newspaper, where you can showcase your talents in desktop publishing, design, or writing.
- Opportunities to work in front of the camera, behind the microphone, or behind the scenes at the student-run television and radio stations.
- Internship opportunities throughout the Black Hills will sharpen your skills and introduce you to potential employers.
- Student organizations that enhance your classroom experiences with field trips, art shows and graphic design competitions.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Drawing
- Design
- Graphic Communication
- Intermediate Desktop Publishing
- Basic Photography
- Computer Production & Imaging
- Advertising Media Communications
- Advanced Desktop Publishing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Graphic Design View 588 other Bachelors in Graphic Design in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Complete the following high school courses with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0:
- 4 years of English
- 3 years of math (algebra or higher level)
- 3 years of laboratory science
- 3 years of social science
- 1 year of fine arts
Students must meet one of the following admissions requirements:
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.6
- Minimum composite ACT of 18 (SAT score of 970 or above)
- Rank in the top 60% of high school class
Tuition Fee
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International
9723 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9723 USD per year during 48 months. -
National
11742 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11742 USD per year during 48 months. -
In-State
8672 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8672 USD per year during 48 months.
WY, CO, MT, ND, NE, IA Residents (In-State Tuition): $ 8,672
Living costs for Spearfish
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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