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The B.F.A. in Graphic and Interactive Design at Seton Hill is a professional degree to prepare you with knowledge and skills for a design and visual communication career. Through real-world class projects and immersive internship experiences, you'll develop a diverse skill set, ensuring your readiness for the ever-evolving design industry. Seton Hill's robust liberal arts education will equip you to communicate effectively with professionals from various backgrounds.

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Why Choose Seton Hill University for Graphic & Interactive Design?

At Seton Hill University, our Graphic and Interactive Design B.F.A. program offers a comprehensive curriculum that explores the art of visual communication in both print and digital formats. You'll refine your skills in state-of-the-art studios and labs equipped with cutting-edge technology, from iMacs to digital cameras and graphics tablets.

Program Highlights:

  • Choose Your Focus: Develop a strong foundation in print and digital design while having the choice of a concentration in either photography or animation.
  • Tailor your studies by selecting a concentration in either animation or digital photography.Expert Faculty
  • Expert Faculty: Work closely with experienced design faculty with a wealth of client experience, providing you with personalized instruction and support.
  • Technology Advantage: As a graphic and interactive design major, you'll enjoy the benefits of our Apple Distinguished School status, including a MacBook Air laptop for all traditional full-time freshmen earning a bachelor's degree. Plus, you'll subscribe to the Adobe Creative Cloud, ensuring you always have the essential tools at your fingertips.Apple Distinguished School
  • Internship Opportunities: Gain hands-on experience through career-building internships, allowing you to apply your skills in real-world settings.
  • Versatile Foundation: Develop a strong foundation in print and digital design while having the option to specialize in either photography or animation.
  • Honing your skills in state-of-the-art studios and labs stocked with everything from iMacs to digital cameras to graphics tablets.
  • Working with professional design faculty with years of client experience who provide personalized instruction and support.
  • Participating in relevant, real-world class projects in addition to robust internships.

Animation Concentration

If you opt for the animation concentration, you'll delve into the world of creating inventive, informative, and visually appealing animations using a variety of techniques. Working with industry-standard software and hardware, you'll build a solid foundation for crafting your unique animation style through hands-on learning. Topics include storyboarding, character design and development, 2D and 3D animation, post-production editing, and much more.

Photography Concentration

Choosing the photography concentration will immerse you in both the theoretical and practical aspects of photography. Learn the skills and techniques used by professional photographers to capture the world around them. In beginner and advanced photography courses, explore image-making through digital still photography, video, and black-and-white film-based photography. Work with professional-grade equipment, including digital DSLRs, 35mm film cameras, lighting tools, and professional strobes. You'll have access to dedicated spaces for film processing and a black-and-white darkroom for film printing. Enhance your communication and personal expression through editing and presentation of your work.

Unique Learning Environment

Arts CenterAs a student at Seton Hill, you'll have the privilege of studying in an award-winning Arts Center, surrounded by fellow artists, designers, dancers, and creative thinkers. Collaborate on projects for local and regional businesses, ensuring you graduate with practical experience and a network of professional contacts.

Certificate in Graphic & Interactive Design

Not ready for a four-year degree? Seton Hill also offers a certificate in graphic and interactive design.

Careers

Most graduates move on to a career or grad school

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts strong job prospects for multimedia artists and animators through 2029. With a degree from Seton Hill University's graphic and interactive design program, you'll be well-prepared for a range of careers, including:

  • Graphic Designer
  • Interactive Designer
  • UX/UI Designer
  • Art Director
  • Publication Designer
  • Web Designer
  • Illustrator
  • Owner of a Design or Photography Studio
  • Design Educator
  • Visual Information Designer

Seton Hill has a nationally recognized Career Services Center

Seton Hill's award-winning Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC) will collaborate with you, your professors, and local, regional, and national employers to provide you with the career preparation skills, internship opportunities, and placement services you need, both as a student and after you graduate.

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You can apply online for free any time. Seton Hill features streamlined admission requirements and a comprehensive aid program. If you haven’t been to visit us yet, please schedule a time to come up to the Hill. You may just see your future from here.