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Design degrees in the USA

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Digital Media Technology & Design Associate Degree

Fulton-Montgomery Community College United States

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BS Interior Design BS

University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) United States

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Graphic Design and Media Arts BA

Southern New Hampshire University United States

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Virtual Technology & Design BSc, UG:Bachelor

University of Idaho United States

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Fashion Design BFA

University of North Texas (UNT) United States

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Graphic & Media Design BS

Alfred State SUNY College of Technology United States

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Study a Design degree in the USA in 2025

A bachelor's degree in design will take your curiosity about how products are created and used, and apply theoretical knowledge, making you more knowledgeable. Design degrees normally take between 3 and 4 years to complete, when studied full-time. During a design degree you will get to study both the basics of design, as well as specialisations, like product design, fashion design and sound design, among others.

Tuition fees for international students will vary depending on the country you choose to study in, but you might be eligible for financial assistance, such as scholarships or grants. Design graduates can choose to pursue postgraduate studies, or take a job role in the design field. Job roles could include brand and marketing manager, gallery curator, or architect.

Study in the USA

With over 1.1 million international students choosing the USA as their higher education destination each year, the country is one of the most popular study abroad destinations in the world. There are consistently many USA based universities and colleges ranked within the top 100 in the QS World University rankings, and it is not uncommon for the top 10 rankings to be dominated by American universities as well. As one of the biggest countries in the world, you will have many choices when it comes to deciding where you want to study abroad.

See our detailed guide to studying in the USA for international students.

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