BFA in Graphic Design
Study in the heart of a leading national design and advertising hub, where opportunities
abound. Our graduates secure impactful creative roles at award-winning design studios,
agencies and corporate departments.
Program Overview
Our program provides a well-rounded education that integrates TCU’s liberal arts core with a rigorous design curriculum. You’ll develop expertise in visual and technical skills, design theory and graphic design history.
With strong connections to the thriving Dallas-Fort Worth design community — one of the largest in the world — you’ll gain a professional degree that prepares you to lead in the dynamic field of visual communication. Program highlights include:
- Participation in local and national design competitions, gaining real-world experience
- A required internship that enhances career readiness
- Advanced coursework that refines skills and prepares graduates for success in a competitive industry
For a full look at what makes our program unique, view our Program Overview.
Students are expected to have a personal laptop that meets the department’s computer policy to ensure success in studio and design courses.
Design Foundations & Qualifying Examination
To declare a BFA in Graphic Design, students must pass a Qualifying Examination after completing all six Design Foundations courses.
Career Prep + Alumni
Our graduates thrive in roles as designers and art directors at award-winning studios and agencies across the globe — from Dallas and Chicago to London, Cologne and Lima.
Explore Our Facilities & Campus Tours
Discover the spaces where students research and develop solutions for real-world design challenges or schedule a visit to the TCU campus to experience where creativity comes to life.
Career Paths
- Advertising Design
- Brand Design
- Editorial Design
- Motion Graphics
- Packaging
- UI/UX Design