Graphic Design
Program Information:
Program Statement:
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The Iowa State University Graphic Design Department offers two graduate degrees: the Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Graphic Design and the Master of Arts in Experiential Graphic Design (MAxGD). The focus in each of these degree programs is on expanding your knowledge through new problem-finding/solving situations. Each course of study relies heavily on such areas as methodology, history, research and testing to arrive at fresh new communications.
- Master of Arts (M.A.)
- Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.)
- Environmental Graphic Design (M.A.)
Learning Goals:
- Clearly and accurately communicate scholarship orally and in writing, integrating theory, creation, research, and design problem solving.
- Through the develop of a broad body of work, demonstrate proficiency in the design of communications through the use of technologies that incorporate human interaction within environments, objects, and electronic and traditional publications.
- Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of scholarly literature in graphic design.
- Articulate how the graduate program, including coursework and creative scholarship, fits into life and career goals.
- Conduct scholarship, in teams or with independence, in ways that consistently demonstrate ethical practice and professionalism.
Outcomes:
Program Contact:
Contact: Jennifer Anderson
Phone: 515-294-7415
E-mail Address:
Phone: 515-294-7415
E-mail Address:
Mailing Address:
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Director of Recruitment
Iowa State University
College of Design
295 College of Design
Ames, IA 50011-3094
Admission Requirements:
Graduate College Requirements:
Program Specific Requirements:
- 4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
- Academic Records/Transcripts
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
- Proof of English Proficiency.
- Digital portfolio (.pdf or website)
- Resume
- Program Requires GRE: No
- Program Requires GMAT: No
- Program Will Review Without TOEFL or IELTS: No
- Financial Statement: Application
- English Proficiency Minimum:
TOEFL Paper (PBT) 550 TOEFL Internet (iBT) 79 IELTS 6.5 PTE 53 Duolingo (approved through spring 2023) 105
Application Information:
Application Deadlines:
- There are three review periods for graduate admission. Please submit your application by February 1 if you are applying for a graduate assistantship. Otherwise, submit your application by April 1 for anticipated fall-semester entry or by October 31 for anticipated spring-semester entry. All materials must be available on the deadline date, or you may not be considered for admission.
Application Details:
This program is open to domestic and international students.
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