Bachelor of Graphic Design
- Toronto, Canada
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design is a four-year on-campus degree at North Central College in Naperville, Illinois.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Graphic Design and apply creative methods
- Develop and critique original work
- And communicate design or artistic intentions.
Career outcomes
- Graphic designer
- Creative agencies
- Marketing and digital advertising
- Software and publishing companies
Curriculum
- Studio sequence in two- and three-dimensional design
- Graphic design
- Typography
- Photography
- Web design
- Motion graphics
- Animation
- Social media
- History of design and research and development
- Working in a Mac lab with industry-standard software and ending in production and installation.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school graduation equivalent to Ontario Grade 12 with an overall average of at least 70% (B)
- Plus a portfolio (BFA
- BDes) or writing sample (BA)
- A statement of intent and official transcripts
- Secondary school graduation equivalent to Ontario Grade 12 with an overall average of B or 70% in the final year
- B or 70% in English 12 where English is the language of instruction.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 4.5
- PTE Academic 58
- Duolingo 110
- Cambridge 180
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Previous Qualification Certificate
- Passport Copy
- Language Proficiency Test Results (if required)
- Portfolio.
How to apply
- Check the academic requirements and Fall 2027 deadline: Group B applications due 2027-02-01. Apply online through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre. The OUAC fee is not stated on the institution website. Submit the portfolio (BFA
- BDes) or writing sample (BA) and statement of intent through SlideRoom by 2027-02-10
- Plus official transcripts and an English test by 2027-03-01. Receive a decision from March 2027
- Accept by 2027-05-03 and pay the admission confirmation deposit by 2027-05-10. Send final documents by 2027-08-01
- Then apply for the Canadian study permit with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $30,998 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $110 CAD |
| Deposit | $54,446 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Toronto |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Design |
| Department | Graphic Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Full Time,Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
79 days leftProgram starts
January 2028
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days left
Scholarships
Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant.
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The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 1 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $30,998 CAD per year. The application fee is $110 CAD. The deposit is $54,446 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5, PTE Academic 58, Duolingo 110, Cambridge 180, IELTS Academic 6.5. A portfolio is required.
Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant.