Overview

The Design Studies Major is offered by California State University San Bernardino. The university will serve the region, state, and nation by preparing leaders for the 21st century with a global outlook and the skills needed for educational, social, economic, political, environmental, and cultural advancement.

Key Facts

California State University, San Bernardino offers a challenging and innovative academic environment. The university seeks to provide a supportive and welcoming social and physical setting where students, faculty, and staff feel they belong and can excel. The university provides students the opportunity to engage in the life of the campus, interact with others of diverse backgrounds and cultures, as well as participate in activities that encourage growth, curiosity, and scholarly fulfillment. Through its branch campus in Palm Desert, the university mission extends to the Coachella Valley.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Digital Applications

Design Principles

Design Thinking - Problem Solving & Critical Thinking in Visual Studies

Digital 3D and Time-Based Media

Typography and Layout
Advertising and Promotion Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-16 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Bernardino, 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.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Have graduated from high school, have earned a Certificate of General Education Development (GED) or have passed the California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE)

Have a qualifiable minimum eligibility index

Have completed with grades of C- or better each of the courses in the comprehensive pattern of college preparatory subject requirements also known as the “a-g” pattern

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17106 USD / year

≈ 17106 USD / year
Out-of-State

17106 USD / year

≈ 17106 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6450 USD / year

≈ 6450 USD / year

Additional Details

Non-Resident Fees: $10,656.00

Living costs

San Bernardino

United States

1000 - 1795 USD / month

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

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