Overview

The Illustration emphasis from the University of Colorado Denver is traditional, conceptual, and technology based education combine for dynamic course work that includes "Anatomy for the Artist," "Digital Painting," "Graphic Novel Workshop," and "Typography Studio," preparing students for successful careers in a multitude of fields, including illustration, marketing, healthcare, engineering, and entertainment.

Where Do Illustration Graduates Find Careers?

The profession spans a wide range of applications, encompassing graphic novels, scientific illustration, visual development for animation and games, children’s books, interactive illustration, and anything a talented illustrator can bring to life. The field includes editorial, advertising, and product illustration.

Given the vast array of opportunities, today’s illustrators understand how to communicate effectively with a chosen medium and situate their work professionally within a particular market.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Drawing

Two Dimensional Design

Three-Dimensional Design

Art History Survey

Illustration: Image Making

The Business of Art

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-05-23 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-08 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-04 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Denver, United States

Disciplines

Graphic Design View 607 other Bachelors in Graphic Design in United States

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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

Submit the online application and pay a non-refundable application fee.

You are required to submit complete transcripts from all secondary/high schools you have attended (even if you did not graduate from the school).

If your transcript was issued in a language other than English, you must also provide a certified English translation of the transcript.

SAT or ACT scores are not required; however, submitting them can improve your chances of admission.

For international students: you must provide proof of English language proficiency (ELP) in order to be considered for full admission.

The 3D Graphics & Animation, Digital Design, and Illustration majors require a portfolio submission after the completion of pre-portfolio courses that students take during their first semester or year at CU Denver.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

38070 USD / year

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Out-of-State

36270 USD / year

≈ 36270 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

15570 USD / year

≈ 15570 USD / year

Living costs

Denver

United States

1310 - 2220 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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General requirements

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