Graphic Design · Maine
Graphic Design colleges in Maine
CampusPin lists 20 U.S. colleges in Maine 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 Maine that offer Graphic Design
Bowdoin College
Brunswick, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$64,910
Acceptance
8%
Enrollment
1,846
Central Maine Community College
Auburn, ME · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,864
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
2,828
College of the Atlantic
Bar Harbor, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$46,179
Acceptance
65%
Enrollment
365
Eastern Maine Community College
Bangor, ME · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,877
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,692
Husson University
Bangor, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$22,194
Acceptance
86%
Enrollment
3,003
Kennebec Valley Community College
Fairfield, ME · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,562
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,538
Maine College of Art & Design
Portland, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$41,398
Acceptance
78%
Enrollment
417
Maine College of Health Professions
Lewiston, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$17,827
Acceptance
33%
Enrollment
228
Maine Media College
Rockport, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$22,373
Acceptance
53%
Enrollment
24
Northern Maine Community College
Presque Isle, ME · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,880
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
577
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Standish, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$42,834
Acceptance
82%
Enrollment
1,334
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, ME · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,797
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
5,279
University of Maine
Orono, ME · University · Public
Tuition
$12,640
Acceptance
96%
Enrollment
10,834
University of Maine at Augusta
Augusta, ME · University · Public
Tuition
$8,618
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
2,832
University of Maine at Farmington
Farmington, ME · University · Public
Tuition
$10,989
Acceptance
98%
Enrollment
1,476
University of Maine at Fort Kent
Fort Kent, ME · University · Public
Tuition
$9,045
Acceptance
99%
Enrollment
687
University of Maine at Presque Isle
Presque Isle, ME · University · Public
Tuition
$8,990
Acceptance
97%
Enrollment
1,397
University of New England
Biddeford, ME · University · Private
Tuition
$42,550
Acceptance
89%
Enrollment
4,799
University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME · University · Public
Tuition
$10,920
Acceptance
79%
Enrollment
6,253
York County Community College
Wells, ME · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,866
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,055
Graphic Design programs in Maine: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 20 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
20
Public / private
12 / 8
Universities / 2-year
14 / 6
Cities represented
17
In-state tuition range
$3,562–$64,910
Median in-state tuition
$10,955
Lowest published in-state tuition
Kennebec Valley Community College
$3,562
Most selective
Bowdoin College
8% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
University of Maine
10,834 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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