Overview

The Graphic Design program at California University of Pennsylvania states that students benefit from focusing on how and why a designer creates. Students and faculty closely examine the creative process behind communication design.

The emphasis is on visual thinking, experimentation and exploring the relationship of word and image. This examination of the design process helps students develop skills that will enable them to create multiple design solutions for any given problem.

Career Advantage

By the end of their program, graphic design students will be able to:

Assess a design problem and write a brief that fully addresses the perceived task, incorporating the research process and outcomes criteria.

Conduct relevant research into areas of the brief, incorporating this into the finished design.

Construct a working timetable and course of action, ensuring successful completion of the project.

Develop effective practices and sustained motivation when working both independently and as part of a team.

Demonstrate developed skills to use self-criticism in relation to their own work and apply constructive criticism to ensure the outcome of a project.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Graphic Design

Art History

Typography

Color Theory

Design, 2D

Multimedia

Web Publishing

Aesthetic Theory

Video Production

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

California, United States
Edinboro, 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

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application fee.

Official high school transcript (or GED certificate and scores).

SAT or American College Test (ACT) scores (may be waived for applicants who have been out of high school for at least two years).

Letter(s) of recommendation (optional).

A personal essay (optional).

Student insurance

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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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Tuition Fee

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International

11574 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11574 USD per year during 48 months.
National

11574 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11574 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7716 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7716 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for California

1570 - 2658 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Scholarships Information

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