Master of Design
- Boston, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Bachelor of Arts in 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 (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in 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
- Completed bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with transcripts from all institutions
- Foreign Credential Evaluation for non-US credentials
- Some programmes require GRE/GMAT
- 1-3 recommendation letters
- Personal statement and resume.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 4
- PTE Academic 53
- Duolingo 105
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
- Personal Statement
- Recommendation Letters
- CV or Resume.
How to apply
- Check the programme's entry requirements
- English test minimums and deadline for your intake. Apply online through the graduate application and pay the 100 USD application fee. Upload official transcripts with a Foreign Credential Evaluation for non-US degrees
- Resume
- Personal statement
- Recommendation letters and TOEFL
- IELTS
- PTE or Duolingo scores (GRE/GMAT only if the programme asks
- An English-medium degree can waive the test). After admission
- Submit the I-20 request form with a passport copy. Apply for the F-1 visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $45,356, $63,300 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 USD |
| Deposit | $600 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Boston campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts, Media and Design |
| Department | Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Graduate funding may include program-specific merit scholarships or assistantships, Availability and international eligibility vary by college and degree. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left
Scholarships
Graduate funding may include program-specific merit scholarships or assistantships, Availability and international eligibility vary by college and degree.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $45,356, $63,300 USD per year. The application fee is $100 USD. The deposit is $600 USD. The estimated living cost is $22,023 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4, PTE Academic 53, Duolingo 105.
Graduate funding may include program-specific merit scholarships or assistantships, Availability and international eligibility vary by college and degree.

