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Graphic designers shape perceptions by transforming concepts, data, and feelings into visual representations. Their creations power the websites you browse, the packaging of beloved items, the signs guiding your way, and the books you can't stop reading. Graphic design permeates our environment, subtly directing and educating our daily experiences—and you can master this craft at Suffolk University in Boston's urban core. Suffolk University holds accreditation from the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). Our BFA in graphic design equips students with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on abilities essential for thriving in this multifaceted profession. Through coursework and internship options, you'll immerse yourself in the industry well before graduation. Our program integrates cutting-edge technologies and current practices with foundational elements like typography, illustration, photography, and design heritage. While mastering modern software matters, exceptional design requires cultivating abilities in sketching, critical thinking, effective communication, and idea generation.