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Digital Art & Design, M.F.A. – Graphic Design Concentration
Program Snapshot
60 Credits
Program Resources
Locations
NOTE: The School of Architecture and Design is no longer accepting applications for this program. We have revised the curriculum and are offering a new Graphic Design and Media Innovation, M.F.A. in its place. We encourage you to explore this new exciting program.
Why Earn an M.F.A. in Digital Art and Design — Graphic Design Concentration at New York Tech?
The Digital Art and Design, M.F.A. – Graphic Design Concentration is one of the most competitive and highly-regarded programs in the field, offering you the opportunity to develop strong conceptual, aesthetic, and innovative visual projects.
You’ll work in our advanced visualization facility using the latest industry-standard software and hardware, including 3-D printing/rapid prototyping, laser cutters, and immersive environments such as Oculus Rift. Learn from accomplished, full-time faculty who are successful visual artists and creative multimedia designers with experience ranging from fine and digital arts to emerging technology such as virtual, augmented, and mixed reality.
Integrate historical perspectives with emerging technologies and a critical relationship to art through theory, technology, and practice. Balance technical proficiency with theoretical engagement in studio practice.
Our concentration in graphic design will prepare you to tackle complex problems and conduct research in design content, print design, web design, interactive design, exhibition design, and interface design. This research culminates in innovative design solutions to real-world situations, including extensive preparation from concept development, logistical planning, technical development, and final production of the design thesis project.
Thesis design projects are presented in a final exhibition, including a visual presentation of an ambitious design solution, a written critical evaluation, and a comprehensive book documenting the process and realization of the thesis project. Graduates must also successfully present their final thesis to their thesis advisor.
Customize Your Studies
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Facilities
Our state-of-the-art facilities include 3-D motion capture studios, Macintosh workstations, Dell Precision 3-D graphics animation workstations, and labs equipped with the latest industry-standard software and hardware to augment your conceptual and aesthetic endeavors.
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The HIVE (Home for Innovation, Visualization & Exploration)
The HIVE allows students, faculty, and partnering institutions to use advanced technologies to pursue creative research and expand their academic and professional development. Collaborative teams utilize motion capture, 3-D printing and scanning, immersive environments, and other emerging technologies.
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Design Workshops
Through workshops and collaborative experiences, School of Architecture and Design students use their knowledge to actively assist communities in need due to ecological, social, or economic factors.
Stats & Rankings
Top 15%
Best value colleges for art.
Payscale.com
Top 10%
Return on Investment over 20, 30, and 40 years
Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce)
$106,500
Median annual salary for art directors in May 2023
BLS
Career & Salary Outlook
Job Growth
Employment of art directors is projected to grow 6 percent from 2022 to 2032, with approximately 13,800 openings projected each year, on average (BLS).
Employers & Internships
- Beatworks
- Design Language
- Mission Graphics
- TAG Creative
- Topix Media Lab
Career Options
- Art Director
- Graphic Designer
- Illustrator
- Motion Graphics Designer
- UI/UX Designer
Salary Projections
The median annual salary for art directors was $106,500 in May 2023 with the highest 10 percent earning more than $209,800 (BLS).
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