Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design & Media Arts New England campus experience
Program Overview Why get a graphic design degree on campus?
Turn your artistic interests into a profession with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Graphic Design & Media Arts from Southern New Hampshire University. If you have an eye for creative visuals and an ear to the ground for current marketing trends, SNHU's on-campus graphic design program could be a perfect fit for you. And whether you're looking to create eye-catching print ads for nonprofits or design UX-focused websites for big brands, you'll have the skills you need to get started.
Skills you'll learn:
- Idea-to-concept translation
- Design and presentation strategies
- Latest design technologies
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Ethical and culturally sensitive imagery use
- Media and messaging analysis
Courses & Curriculum Be the next designer with on-campus graphic design courses
SNHU's on-campus graphic design & media arts program can teach you how to translate your ideas through concept, design and digital media. In your courses, you'll gain the professional and practical skills necessary to meet client needs in a variety of industries. You'll learn design fundamentals, explore the relationship between design and technology, develop brand identities, understand how users interact with products – and lots more.
Interested in learning in an online environment? This same curriculum is offered through SNHU's online graphic design & media arts degree.
Learn from instructors with industry experience
Our faculty bring with them decades of knowledge and experience in graphic design and media arts, which inform the development of SNHU’s courses and curriculum. They look forward to supporting your journey both in the classroom and as you work toward a career in your field.
Dr. Marlyn Tadros
Position
Professor
Joined SNHU
2017
Education
- PhD in Comparative English and American Literature from Cairo University
- Client/Server Certificate from Clark University
Dr. Marlyn Tadros is an associate professor for Southern New Hampshire University’s communications and media arts department. Prior to joining SNHU, Tadros spent nearly two decades with the New England Institute of Art in Brookline, MA. She is the author of numerous books and research papers, including “A Social Media Approach to Higher Education,” and has served as a panelist and keynote speaker at many conferences on topics like the internet, new technologies, censorship and human rights issues.
Tracy Dow
Position
Department Chair, Communications and Media Arts | Associate Professor
Joined SNHU
2008
Education
- MBA from Plymouth State University
- BA in Commercial Art from Notre Dame College
Tracy Dow serves as a department chair and associate professor for Southern New Hampshire University's communications and media arts department. Dow prepares the annual student exhibition, Typographica, is the advisor to two student organizations on campus and serves on the Game Design Search Committee. She is the creative director and owner of Mosaic Communications, which provides freelance art direction and graphic design services to a variety of clients across industries. Dow has served on the New Hampshire Creative Club Steering Committee since 1994.
To learn more about SNHU faculty, visit our campus faculty page.
Campus major courses
You’ll take major courses that provide you with a solid foundation in your area of study – in some cases featuring experiential or project-based learning opportunities, labs, simulations and internships. These courses will allow you to learn a wide variety of topics and help prepare you for a role in your desired field.
Courses may include:
Visit the course catalog to view the full BA in Graphic Design And Media Arts curriculum.
Campus general education courses
All undergraduate students are required to take general education courses, which are part of SNHU's newly redesigned program, The Commons. The goal of The Commons' curriculum is to empower you with some of the most in-demand skills, so you can succeed not only in your academic career, but in your personal and professional life too.
Courses may include:
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Career Outlook What can I do with a degree in graphic design?
SNHU's on-campus graphic design & media arts program prepares you for a variety of career options as a creative professional in fields like media, travel, healthcare and education. Whether you're turning ideas into head-turning print ads, leading a team of brand strategists or collaborating with industrial designers on product development, the need for skilled graphic designers is constantly growing.
Career paths include:
- Creative director
- Multimedia designer
- Web designer
- UX designer
- Production artist
- Logo designer
- Marketing specialist
Median annual pay for web developer and digital designer positions as of May 2023, according to the U.S. Board of Labor Statistics (BLS).1
Projected increase in web developer and digital designer positions through 2033, according to the BLS.1
Understanding the numbers
When reviewing job growth and salary information, it’s important to remember that actual numbers can vary due to many different factors—like years of experience in the role, industry of employment, geographic location, worker skill and economic conditions. Cited projections do not guarantee actual salary or job growth.
Campus Student Experience So, what's it like taking classes on campus?
With the latest design technologies at your fingertips, this on-campus program provides ample opportunities for hands-on experience and collaboration – in and out of the classroom. When it comes to experiential learning, you've got options: studio work, lab work, project-based courses, internships and industry certifications, to name a few. You might even choose to practice your skills in SNHU's designated Makerspace, which houses equipment, software and tools designed to spark creative inspiration for students of all disciplines.
Student support
At SNHU, you don’t have to do this college thing alone. You’ll have help from your advisor, access to tutoring and office hours, career coaching, and mental health services so you can do your best and feel your best.
Additionally, our Office of Diversity and Campus Accessibility Center make campus a safe place for everyone. Visit our Student Services page to learn more about our support offerings.
Small class sizes
With an average class size of 15-25 (depending on your major) you’ll learn in an environment where professors with real world experience know you by name.
Here, you’re not getting lost in giant lecture halls, but instead, actively participating in thoughtful dialogue where you’re always encouraged to collaborate with your peers and ask questions when they arise.
State-of-the-art facilities
Our 300-acre campus has everything you need. From technology-advanced classroom settings to your dorms complete with fitness centers and hangout spots, our goal is to give you the best college experience possible.
Whether you’re learning in a classroom, in a lab, on the field, or in your field, you’ll have what you need to be successful from the moment you wake up to the moment you close your textbooks.
School of Arts, Sciences and Education Learn about the School of Arts, Sciences and Education
From understanding why people behave the way they do, to studying and tackling today's environmental issues, the School of Arts, Sciences and Education serves as an academic hub for creativity, collaboration and learning. Here, you'll have the chance to gain real-world experience through internships, student teaching, lab work and community-based projects. From studying cells under a microscope or analyzing crime scenes to leading a student-teaching session in an elementary classroom, you’ll learn how the world works so you can help make it a better place.
Student teaching opportunities
Inkwell game design studio
State-of-the-art labs
How SNHU makes college affordable
At Southern New Hampshire University, we're on a mission to make high-quality education more accessible with more affordable tuition. With 70+ career-focused majors, state-of-the-art facilities, D2 sports and over 70 student clubs and organizations, you can get the campus experience you've always dreamed of at a more affordable price.
Fill out the FAFSA to see if you’re eligible for grants or work-study. (You could also be offered loans, though you’ll have to pay those back later.)
Transfer up to 90 credits toward your bachelor's degree program at SNHU. If you’ve taken one course or many, we’ll evaluate them for you.
Getting free money for college – from SNHU or an outside organization – could help you save hundreds or even thousands of dollars.
Our collaborative partnerships with high schools enhance academic opportunities and college accessibility for some high school students.
Accreditations
SNHU is accredited by the regional accreditor the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The university also carries specialized accreditations for some programs.
Sources & Citations
1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the internet, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/web-developers.htm (viewed Nov. 26, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
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