University of Arts & Design

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Registration Fee

A $75 one-time fee applies to first-time applicants, including audited and single courses. Currently enrolled students do not pay it again.

Transcripts

No transcripts are needed to apply. We collect them after you enroll.

Prerequisites

Undergraduate courses (100–400) require a high school diploma or equivalent. Dual Enrollment students require a high school transcript, home school transcript, or equivalent. Graduate courses (500–600) require a bachelor's degree.

Master of Arts in Design Business

Graduate Degree

Master of Arts
in Design Business

For designers building a business alongside their practice. Choose a Digital Technology or Visual Arts emphasis. Bachelor's degree required.

Master of Fine Arts in Digital Design

Graduate — Terminal Degree

Master of Fine Arts
in Digital Design

The terminal degree for studio practice and university-level teaching. Ends in a capstone project. Bachelor's degree required.

Audit or take a single class

Open Enrollment

Audit or Take
a Single Class

Try courses before committing to a program. Audit for access to materials only, or take them for credit toward a future degree or certificate.

Design Certificates

Undergraduate — Ages 14+

Design
Certificates

Four focused certificates that build a portfolio and job-ready software skills. Open to students 14 and older through dual enrollment.

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