Graphic Design · Idaho
Graphic Design colleges in Idaho
CampusPin lists 15 U.S. colleges in Idaho 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 Idaho that offer Graphic Design
Boise Bible College
Boise, ID · University · Private
Tuition
$11,240
Acceptance
96%
Enrollment
103
Boise State University
Boise, ID · University · Public
Tuition
$8,782
Acceptance
84%
Enrollment
20,260
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID · University · Private
Tuition
$4,656
Acceptance
97%
Enrollment
42,090
Carrington College-Boise
Boise, ID · Community College · Private
Tuition
$12,319
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
433
College of Eastern Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,390
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,396
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, ID · University · Public
Tuition
$3,360
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
3,476
College of Western Idaho
Nampa, ID · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,336
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
5,898
Eagle Gate College-Boise Campus
Boise, ID · University · Private
Tuition
$18,645
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
495
Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine
Meridian, ID · University · Private
Tuition
$12,319
Acceptance
36%
Enrollment
8,774
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID · University · Public
Tuition
$8,356
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
9,468
Lewis-Clark State College
Lewiston, ID · University · Public
Tuition
$7,388
Acceptance
90%
Enrollment
2,281
North Idaho College
Coeur d'Alene, ID · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,396
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
2,488
Northwest Nazarene University
Nampa, ID · University · Private
Tuition
$39,370
Acceptance
63%
Enrollment
1,756
The College of Idaho
Caldwell, ID · University · Private
Tuition
$36,030
Acceptance
47%
Enrollment
1,076
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID · University · Public
Tuition
$8,816
Acceptance
79%
Enrollment
9,943
Graphic Design programs in Idaho: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 15 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
15
Public / private
8 / 7
Universities / 2-year
11 / 4
Cities represented
11
In-state tuition range
$3,336–$39,370
Median in-state tuition
$8,782
Lowest published in-state tuition
College of Western Idaho
$3,336
Most selective
Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine
36% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
Brigham Young University-Idaho
42,090 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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