Graphic Design · Nevada
Graphic Design colleges in Nevada
CampusPin lists 14 U.S. colleges in Nevada 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 Nevada that offer Graphic Design
Arizona College of Nursing-Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV · University · Private
Tuition
$22,426
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,185
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV · University · Public
Tuition
$4,110
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
27,790
DeVry University-Nevada
Henderson, NV · University · Private
Tuition
$17,488
Acceptance
70%
Enrollment
4
Great Basin College
Elko, NV · University · Public
Tuition
$3,855
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,855
Las Vegas College
Las Vegas, NV · University · Private
Tuition
$17,684
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
545
Nevada State University
Henderson, NV · University · Public
Tuition
$6,368
Acceptance
86%
Enrollment
3,850
Northwest Career College
Las Vegas, NV · Community College · Private
Tuition
$10,690
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
2,222
Roseman University of Health Sciences
Henderson, NV · University · Private
Tuition
$10,690
Acceptance
40%
Enrollment
1,398
Touro University Nevada
Henderson, NV · University · Private
Tuition
$10,690
Acceptance
63%
Enrollment
1,625
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NV · University · Public
Tuition
$3,144
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
6,752
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV · University · Public
Tuition
$9,142
Acceptance
96%
Enrollment
29,431
University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NV · University · Public
Tuition
$8,994
Acceptance
85%
Enrollment
19,536
Western Nevada College
Carson City, NV · University · Public
Tuition
$3,920
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,967
Wongu University of Oriental Medicine
Las Vegas, NV · University · Private
Tuition
$10,690
Acceptance
60%
Enrollment
1,923
Graphic Design programs in Nevada: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 14 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
14
Public / private
7 / 7
Universities / 2-year
13 / 1
Cities represented
5
In-state tuition range
$3,144–$22,426
Median in-state tuition
$9,916
Lowest published in-state tuition
Truckee Meadows Community College
$3,144
Most selective
Roseman University of Health Sciences
40% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
29,431 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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