Overview

Students with a concentration in Design at George Mason University are trained to combine words and images so that they can use both in tandem to form powerful new messages. Using a combination of theoretical projects and real client interaction, students are encouraged to take an expansive view of design’s possibilities as they partner with other artists, writers, and clients; as well as work independently to shape communication. Designers are—first and foremost—artists. Designers receive extensive training in both fine art and publication design techniques.

Additionally, they receive the benefits of leaving the university prepared for an ever-expanding choice of careers in publishing, graphic design, advertising, and other aligned industries. The design program focuses on the development of a series of rigorous, problem-solving, experiential educational opportunities in tandem with the development of technological skills in order to grow a range of abilities (including flexibility) that respond to the ever-changing (and unforeseeable), challenges of the millennium’s communication design needs.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Special Topics in Graphic Design

Independent Study

Special Topics in Art and Visual Technology

Graduate Design Seminar

Independent Project Research

Experiential Design History

Advanced Typography

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fairfax, United States

Disciplines

Design Graphic Design View 449 other Masters in Design in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Application

Official Transcripts

Résumé

Goals: Statement that describes the applicant's intent for applying to your program of choice.

Two letters of recommendation

Writing Sample: Must submit a critical and/or historical essay or academic paper on a design- (preferred) or art-related topic.

Portfolio: Portfolios will be submitted through SlideRoom. The link for submission will sent to applicants via email after submission of the online application.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

27720 USD / year

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Out-of-State

11736 USD / year

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Living costs

Fairfax

United States

1330 - 2300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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