Overview

Texas Christian University's BS in Design Studies offers a flexible, broad-based alternative to the BFA degree that combines instruction in visual communication with an optional minor or second major.

The location in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex gives you access to many opportunities and design leaders, including the largest art directors club in the world, the Dallas Society of Visual Communication (DSVC); the American Advertising Federation (AAF); and the American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA), among others.

Career

Popular career paths include account service at advertising agencies and PR firms; production managers at agencies, printing firms, and production houses; and as developers at interactive design businesses.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Typography
Advertising Design
Package Design
History of Visual Communication
The Digital Portfolio

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

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

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General requirements

Application

Application Fee

Official High School Transcript

Essay

Counselor Evaluation/Recommendation

Teacher Evaluation/Recommendation

SAT or ACT Scores (optional)

English Proficiency (International Applicants Only)

Official College Transcripts

Early Decision Agreement (Early Decision Applicants Only)

Optional Application Materials

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

61650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 61650 USD per year during 48 months.
National

61650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 61650 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

61650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 61650 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Fort Worth

1071 - 1679 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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