Graphic Design · Vermont
Graphic Design colleges in Vermont
CampusPin lists 10 U.S. colleges in Vermont 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 Vermont that offer Graphic Design
Bennington College
Bennington, VT · University · Private
Tuition
$64,644
Acceptance
48%
Enrollment
850
Champlain College
Burlington, VT · University · Private
Tuition
$45,550
Acceptance
67%
Enrollment
3,312
Community College of Vermont
Montpelier, VT · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,560
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
3,093
Landmark College
Putney, VT · University · Private
Tuition
$64,290
Acceptance
44%
Enrollment
532
SIT Graduate Institute
Brattleboro, VT · University · Private
Tuition
$41,467
Acceptance
59%
Enrollment
82
Saint Michael's College
Colchester, VT · University · Private
Tuition
$50,040
Acceptance
92%
Enrollment
1,349
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT · University · Public
Tuition
$18,890
Acceptance
60%
Enrollment
13,766
Vermont College of Fine Arts
Montpelier, VT · University · Private
Tuition
$41,467
Acceptance
78%
Enrollment
5,605
Vermont Law and Graduate School
South Royalton, VT · University · Private
Tuition
$41,467
Acceptance
52%
Enrollment
8,195
Vermont State University
Randolph, VT · University · Public
Tuition
$11,400
Acceptance
83%
Enrollment
4,616
Graphic Design programs in Vermont: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 10 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
10
Public / private
3 / 7
Universities / 2-year
9 / 1
Cities represented
8
In-state tuition range
$3,560–$64,644
Median in-state tuition
$41,467
Lowest published in-state tuition
Community College of Vermont
$3,560
Most selective
Landmark College
44% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
University of Vermont
13,766 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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