Graphic Design · Florida

Graphic Design colleges in Florida

CampusPin lists 99 U.S. colleges in Florida that offer Graphic Design programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.

Graphic Design teaches students to communicate ideas visually through typography, layout, and imagery, suiting people who want to combine creativity with craft across print and digital media.

Schools in Florida that offer Graphic Design

Graphic Design programs in Florida: by the numbers

A quick comparison of the 50 schools (of 99 total) listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.

Schools listed

99

Public / private

17 / 33

Universities / 2-year

43 / 7

Cities represented

32

In-state tuition range

$2,370–$50,374

Median in-state tuition

$16,520

Lowest published in-state tuition

Gulf Coast State College

$2,370

Most selective

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

21% acceptance

Largest by enrollment

Florida International University

48,351 students

Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.

What you'll study in a Graphic Design program

  • Typography: typeface selection, hierarchy, spacing, and setting text for readability
  • Color theory and its application across print and screen
  • Layout and composition using grids and visual hierarchy
  • Branding and identity systems, including logos and style guides
  • Industry-standard software (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • Working from a creative brief and refining work through design critiques
  • Preparing files for print production and digital delivery
  • Building and presenting a professional design portfolio

Where a Graphic Design degree can lead

  • Graphic designers
  • Brand / Visual Identity Designer
  • UI/UX Designer
  • Art Director (with experience)
  • Production Artist
  • Web / Digital Designer

Typical pay: $61,300 median for graphic designers (BLS, 2024)

A Graphic Design major covers typography, color theory, layout and composition, branding and identity systems, and the design of work for both print and screen. Coursework typically pairs studio projects with software training in tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and most programs build toward a portfolio that students present when they graduate. The degree is usually offered as a BA or BFA, with the BFA placing more weight on studio hours and a final portfolio review.

Beyond the visuals, students learn to work from a creative brief, take feedback through critiques, and prepare files for production and accessibility. Many programs add electives in motion graphics, user-interface and user-experience design, illustration, or photography, letting students lean toward a specialization.

Graduates produce visual material for clients and employers across advertising, publishing, marketing, technology, and in-house creative teams. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a 2024 median wage of $61,300 for graphic designers and projects 2.1% employment growth from 2024 to 2034, with a bachelor's degree the typical entry-level education.

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