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Graphic Design
Major | Minor
Why Study Graphic Design at Goshen College?
As a graphic design major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll develop the artistic and technical skills to communicate ideas visually in a wide range of media. With a strong foundation in design principles and creative thinking, you’ll learn how to craft compelling visuals that inform, inspire, and engage.
Whether you’re passionate about digital illustration, branding, motion graphics, or user interface design, our curriculum gives you the tools to shape your own path. You’ll gain real-world experience through internships, design projects, and portfolio development guided by professors who are practicing artists and designers. Our small class sizes mean you’ll get personalized feedback and mentorship every step of the way.
Career Paths
A graphic design degree from Goshen College prepares you for careers in:
- Branding and Identity Design
- Web and App Design
- Motion Graphics and Animation
- Art Direction
- Packaging Design
- Freelance and Studio Work
Our alumni work in design agencies, marketing departments, nonprofits, and as independent creators. Many also pursue graduate studies in design and related disciplines.
Credits and Requirements
The graphic design major and minor offer a hands-on, project-based curriculum with a focus on portfolio development. Students may choose to pair this program with related fields such as art entrepreneurship or communication.
Explore courses like:
- Foundations of Design
- Digital Design
- Typography
- Design Processes and Methods
- Branding
- Motion Graphics
Coursework emphasizes concept development, critical feedback, and technical skills using industry-standard tools.
Hands-On Learning Opportunities
You’ll gain real-world experience through internships, on-campus design jobs, freelance opportunities, and student-run organizations. Many students showcase their work in exhibitions, contribute to The Record student newspaper, or take part in the award-winning FiveCore Media. Your senior capstone project includes a professional portfolio and public exhibit of your work.
Scholarships
Students in graphic design are eligible for department-specific scholarships, including:
- Arthur L. and Cordelia Sprunger Scholarship
- Raymond A. Yoder Scholarship
Scholarships are awarded based on portfolio strength, academic standing, and department involvement.
Facilities & Resources
The Visual Arts Building is equipped with a Mac lab and access to studio spaces. Students benefit from small class sizes, personalized studio access, and frequent one-on-one critiques with faculty.