Visual Communications in Graphic Design
Imagine a career that ignites your artistic talent—one in which your creativity can
soar. Graphic design is a dynamic field that allows you to express yourself and, at the
same time, develop visual communications that send powerful messages to move
consumers and communities to action.
The Visual Communications in Graphic Design program at St. Thomas Aquinas
College will inspire you to be an innovative, creative thinker and prepare you for a
rewarding future doing what you love. Built upon core foundations in art, the studio-based curriculum will challenge you to use traditional design techniques and the latest digital technology proficiently. Our talented faculty will guide you in refining your craft and discovering your place in this exciting creative field. Showcase your talent in our capstone class in portfolio development and you’ll be set to land the job of your dreams as soon as you graduate.
At a glance
- Undergraduate major & minor major
- BS
- 4 years
- Main campus
Common Minors
- Communications
- Marketing
Only at St. Thomas Aquinas College
Ignite Your Career With Experiential Learning
Our graphic design students complete internships locally and in New York City at boutique design firms and corporate agencies. Build your résumé and your portfolio through independent study, undergraduate research, and classes such as Art Direction and Studio Friday where you will work on branding, murals, and event marketing projects right on campus.
Career Preparation & Mentoring
Small class sizes foster a supportive creative community where faculty nurture you to grow and develop, strengthen your skills, and gain confidence in your craft. STAC’s graphic design program is recognized by American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA). As a student in our program, you can join this respected professional organization and access job and internship databases, attend lectures, studio visits, and industry conferences, participate in an annual portfolio review, and establish a professional network.
Keep Exploring
Featured Courses
Collaborate with marketing majors to develop, design, and market a unique product or service, integrating sustainable design concepts that are mindful of people and planet.
Learn the publication process from start to finish by collaborating with creative writing students on STAC’s Voyager Literary Magazine. Develop concepts, creative work plans, and design layouts and execute your ideas using the latest tools of the trade, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Art is a powerful tool that raises awareness, inspires communities, and drives change. This class explores social theories and artistic strategies that fuel social movements, from public sculpture, to interactive media, to urban street performance.
What Success Looks Like
Career Options
A degree in graphic design can prepare you for many careers. Our graduates work in these fields, and more:
- Advertising
- Brand Marketing
- Medicine
- Film Editing
- Web Design
- Multimedia Animation
- Packaging and Print Design
- Publishing
STAC graphic design students intern and find full-time employment at many organizations and companies, such as:
- Apple
- Bazan Lab
- Big Color Digital
- Global Soft Digital Solutions
- Gravity Design Works
- Nanuet School District
- Rivkin Radler LLP
- Schlesinger Group
Program options
The BS in Graphic Design provides students with the opportunity to develop artistic skills and a solid portfolio, gain professional experience and a network of contacts, and set themselves up for success.
A minor in graphic design equips you with a practical understanding of the creative process and adds an artistic dimension to virtually any program of study.