2024 Best Graphic Design Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region
41
Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Region
1,300
Graphic Design Degrees Awarded
Ranked #107 in popularity,
graphic design is one of the most sought-after degree programs in the nation. So, there are lots of possibilities to explore when you're trying to determine where you want to get your degree.
For its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 41 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region to determine which ones were the best for graphic design students pursuing a degree. Combined, these schools handed out 1,300 degrees in graphic design to qualified students.
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Choosing a Great Graphic Design School
The graphic design program you select can have a big impact on your future. That's why we developed our collection of Best Schools for Graphic Design rankings. In order to come up with a best overall ranking for graphic design schools, we combine our degree-level rankings, weighting them by the number of degrees awarded at each level.
You may want to choose one of the degree levels below to find the schools of most interest to you.
Graphic Design Rankings by Degree Level
The graphic design school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Graphic Design Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region.
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Best Schools for Graphic Design in the Middle Atlantic Region
Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the graphic design degree levels they offer.
10 Top Middle Atlantic Region Schools in Graphic Design
Associate Degree
Highest Degree Type
5th
Most Popular In NY
40
Graphic Design Degrees Awarded
The New School is a good option for students pursuing a degree in graphic design. New School University is a large private not-for-profit school located in the large city of New York. A Best Colleges rank of #208 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means New School University is a great school overall.
There were about 40 graphic design students who graduated with this degree at New School University in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in graphic design from The New School
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
3rd
Most Popular In NY
43
Graphic Design Degrees Awarded
Fashion Institute of Technology is a wonderful option for students interested in a degree in graphic design. Located in the city of New York, FIT SUNY is a public school with a medium-sized student population. A Best Colleges rank of #85 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means FIT SUNY is a great school overall.
There were about 43 graphic design students who graduated with this degree at FIT SUNY in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in graphic design from Fashion Institute of Technology
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In NY
74
Graphic Design Degrees Awarded
Pratt Institute - Main is a good choice for students interested in a degree in graphic design. Located in the city of Brooklyn, Pratt Institute is a private not-for-profit school with a moderately-sized student population.
There were roughly 74 graphic design students who graduated with this degree at Pratt Institute in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in graphic design from Pratt Institute - Main
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In PA
Any student who is interested in graphic design needs to look into Drexel University. Located in the large city of Philadelphia, Drexel is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #125 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Drexel is a great university overall.
There were about 30 graphic design students who graduated with this degree at Drexel in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in graphic design from Drexel University
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
3rd
Most Popular In DC
GWU is a very large private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Washington. A Best Colleges rank of #49 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means GWU is a great university overall.
There were about 3 graphic design students who graduated with this degree at GWU in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in graphic design from George Washington University
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
1st
Most Popular In MD
95
Graphic Design Degrees Awarded
Located in the city of Baltimore, MICA is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.
There were roughly 95 graphic design students who graduated with this degree at MICA in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in graphic design from Maryland Institute College of Art
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
3rd
Most Popular In NY
43
Graphic Design Degrees Awarded
RIT is a fairly large private not-for-profit school located in the suburb of Rochester. A Best Colleges rank of #285 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means RIT is a great school overall.
There were about 43 graphic design students who graduated with this degree at RIT in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in graphic design from Rochester Institute of Technology
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
1st
Most Popular In PA
67
Graphic Design Degrees Awarded
Located in the city of Philadelphia, Temple is a public university with a fairly large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #147 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Temple is a great university overall.
There were approximately 67 graphic design students who graduated with this degree at Temple in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in graphic design from Temple University
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In DC
The American University is a fairly large private not-for-profit university located in the city of Washington. A Best Colleges rank of #129 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means The American University is a great university overall.
There were approximately 8 graphic design students who graduated with this degree at The American University in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in graphic design from American University
Montclair State is a very large public university located in the large suburb of Montclair. A Best Colleges rank of #346 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Montclair State is a great university overall.
There were approximately 24 graphic design students who graduated with this degree at Montclair State in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in graphic design from Montclair State University
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