Graphic Design · New Hampshire
Graphic Design colleges in New Hampshire
CampusPin lists 19 U.S. colleges in New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire that offer Graphic Design
Antioch University-New England
Keene, NH · University · Private
Tuition
$21,208
Acceptance
44%
Enrollment
3,669
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH · University · Private
Tuition
$65,739
Acceptance
6%
Enrollment
4,447
Franklin Pierce University
Rindge, NH · University · Private
Tuition
$44,963
Acceptance
90%
Enrollment
2,226
Great Bay Community College
Portsmouth, NH · Community College · Public
Tuition
$7,200
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,262
Keene State College
Keene, NH · University · Public
Tuition
$14,710
Acceptance
89%
Enrollment
2,808
Lakes Region Community College
Laconia, NH · Community College · Public
Tuition
$6,720
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
493
Manchester Community College
Manchester, NH · Community College · Public
Tuition
$7,090
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,610
NHTI-Concord's Community College
Concord, NH · Community College · Public
Tuition
$7,200
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
2,186
New England College
Henniker, NH · University · Private
Tuition
$41,578
Acceptance
96%
Enrollment
2,850
Plymouth State University
Plymouth, NH · University · Public
Tuition
$14,558
Acceptance
91%
Enrollment
3,801
River Valley Community College
Claremont, NH · Community College · Public
Tuition
$6,940
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
610
Rivier University
Nashua, NH · University · Private
Tuition
$37,791
Acceptance
82%
Enrollment
2,856
Saint Anselm College
Manchester, NH · University · Private
Tuition
$46,810
Acceptance
78%
Enrollment
2,058
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH · University · Private
Tuition
$16,450
Acceptance
96%
Enrollment
181,201
St Joseph School of Nursing
Nashua, NH · Community College · Private
Tuition
$22,978
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
89
Thomas More College of Liberal Arts
Merrimack, NH · University · Private
Tuition
$29,300
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
95
University of New Hampshire at Manchester
Manchester, NH · University · Public
Tuition
$15,820
Acceptance
87%
Enrollment
712
University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
Durham, NH · University · Public
Tuition
$19,112
Acceptance
87%
Enrollment
13,480
Upper Valley Educators Institute
Lebanon, NH · University · Private
Tuition
$21,208
Acceptance
49%
Enrollment
4,455
Graphic Design programs in New Hampshire: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 19 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
19
Public / private
9 / 10
Universities / 2-year
13 / 6
Cities represented
14
In-state tuition range
$6,720–$65,739
Median in-state tuition
$19,112
Lowest published in-state tuition
Lakes Region Community College
$6,720
Most selective
Dartmouth College
6% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
Southern New Hampshire University
181,201 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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