Graphic Design · Montana
Graphic Design colleges in Montana
CampusPin lists 17 U.S. colleges in Montana 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 Montana that offer Graphic Design
Blackfeet Community College
Browning, MT · University · Private
Tuition
$3,610
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
240
Carroll College
Helena, MT · University · Private
Tuition
$40,352
Acceptance
73%
Enrollment
1,093
Dawson Community College
Glendive, MT · Community College · Public
Tuition
$4,485
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
226
Flathead Valley Community College
Kalispell, MT · Community College · Public
Tuition
$4,748
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,169
Fort Peck Community College
Poplar, MT · Community College · Public
Tuition
$2,250
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
426
Great Falls College Montana State University
Great Falls, MT · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,904
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
828
Highlands College of Montana Tech
Butte, MT · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,980
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
343
Little Big Horn College
Crow Agency, MT · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,200
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
339
Montana Bible College
Billings, MT · University · Private
Tuition
$13,600
Acceptance
85%
Enrollment
45
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT · University · Public
Tuition
$8,083
Acceptance
87%
Enrollment
16,560
Montana State University Billings
Billings, MT · University · Public
Tuition
$6,706
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
3,037
Montana State University-Northern
Havre, MT · University · Public
Tuition
$6,269
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
826
Montana Technological University
Butte, MT · University · Public
Tuition
$8,050
Acceptance
90%
Enrollment
1,615
Salish Kootenai College
Pablo, MT · University · Public
Tuition
$4,311
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
580
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT · University · Public
Tuition
$8,152
Acceptance
96%
Enrollment
9,836
The University of Montana-Western
Dillon, MT · University · Public
Tuition
$6,430
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,289
University of Providence
Great Falls, MT · University · Private
Tuition
$29,018
Acceptance
64%
Enrollment
642
Graphic Design programs in Montana: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 17 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
17
Public / private
13 / 4
Universities / 2-year
11 / 6
Cities represented
14
In-state tuition range
$2,250–$40,352
Median in-state tuition
$6,269
Lowest published in-state tuition
Fort Peck Community College
$2,250
Most selective
University of Providence
64% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
Montana State University
16,560 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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