Overview

Create designs that inspire and connect with people. Experiment with different mediums, modes, and ideas to prepare for a rapidly evolving field. Our graphic design major and minor prepare students for success in visual communication.

Why choose Graphic Design at Pacific Northwest College of Art?

Experience a direct path to real-world connections. On top of classes developed by working industry creatives to build your portfolio, participate in our Center for Design: a student-driven professional design studio embedded in the design department. Work with client partners like adidas, Pendleton, and Mercy Corps to get results you can feel proud of.
Make lasting connections in the design world. Through our Design Lecture Series, students can meet designers from around the world. PNCA also offers workshops, lectures, panels, and First Thursday community events.
Create change through creativity. We push the boundaries of traditional graphic design. We ask "why" at every turn, focusing on what designers want their work to achieve.

The Graphic Design programme at Willamette University prepares you for the broadest possibilities and most challenging engagements in today’s creative industries.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Visual Elements: 2D
Visual Elements: Digital Tools
Drawing
3D Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oregon, 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

Common application
Records of Secondary and Post-Secondary Academic Work
School Report Form and Counselor Recommendation
SAT or ACT scores - optional
Teacher Evaluation - optional
Official Language Test Score
Passport Photo Identification Page
Financial Guarantee Statement
Mailing Your Documents

Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

51840 USD / year

≈ 51840 USD / year
Out-of-State

51840 USD / year

≈ 51840 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

51840 USD / year

≈ 51840 USD / year

Living costs

Oregon

United States

1031 - 1701 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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Scholarships Information

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