Graphic Design Degree
at Nōssi College of Art & Design
Earn your accelerated Bachelor of Graphic Arts degree
Why study Graphic Design at Nōssi?
Nōssi is right for you if you're ready to focus on professional skill development from day one — and prefer personal mentorship over large lecture halls.
Learn professional software + AI tools
Hands-on experience with industry-leading software: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, and current design tools. Our graphic design courses in Nashville cover four areas: print design, web design, UX/UI, and advertising.
The Nōssi AI Approach: Learn design fundamentals first, then add AI tools strategically. Understand this balance so you can lead creative teams throughout your career.
Small classes with faculty who know your name
Personalized mentoring from industry professionals in classes of no more than 20 students per class. No getting lost in a large lecture hall. At Nōssi, faculty know your strengths and your career goals from day one.
Faculty are active Nashville graphic designers: Mark Mabry, MFA, Ed.D, leads a department of working designers who bring their day-to-day experiences and client insights to the classroom. Build industry connections and your professional network.
Real client work + Nashville access
With real-world projects through required internships and our PACE (Professional Accelerated Career Experience) program, you'll graduate with impressive professional experience.
Nashville creative community: Learn in Nashville's diverse design scene and develop skills valued by employers nationwide.
Graduate with skills to tackle design challenges, manage creative projects, and develop leadership abilities.
Financial aid available
Merit scholarships, federal aid, and payment plans make Nōssi affordable. Schedule your tour today to discuss your options with financial aid advisors.
Don’t wait: Classes are filling now!
Your accelerated path to
graphic design expertise
Enrolling in the graphic design degree program at Nōssi College of Art & Design ensures you gain the practical skills that are essential for a successful career in graphic design. You get hands-on experience with industry-standard software, personalized mentoring from industry professionals, and work on real-world projects.
3 ways the Graphic Design Program builds essential skills:
Build skills faster: Complete your Bachelors Degree in just 3 years, 8 months. That means you’re career-ready while others are still in school
Learn four design specialties: Print design, web design, UX/UI, and advertising. Graduate with a comprehensive skills set not just a single specialty.
Excel with the Nōssi AI Model. Learn design fundamentals first, then explore strategic AI use. Graduate equipped to support creative teams through industry changes.
The Nōssi AI Approach
Use technology like a creative professional
Develop critical thinking and fundamental skills first
Graduate equipped to support creative teams
Graphic design classes are filling now!
Learn more about the Graphic Design Degree at Nōssi
Every graphic design course at Nōssi in Nashville builds toward your future career
Graphic Design program path — your path may vary.
Semester 2
Semester 4
Linear Design
Conceptual Thinking
Web Language II
General Education Class
Semester 5
Web Language III
Advanced Typography
Layout Design
General Education Class
Semester 6
User Interface Design
Principles of Copywriting
Graphic Design Advertising
General Education Class
Semester 7
User Experience Design
Motion Graphics
Exploring 3D
General Education Class
Semester 8
Interactive Design
Corporate ID
Packaging Design
General Education Class
Semester 9
Advertising Art Direction
Environmental Graphic Design
Advanced Motion Graphics
General Education Class
Semester 10
Business Marketing for Creatives
Publication Design
Capstone
General Education Class
Semester 11
Example general education courses
133 curriculum hours total, plus required internships and our available PACE program, which add real client work to build your professional portfolio.
Learn from working design professionals
Your Nōssi graphic design instructors are active Nashville graphic designers, art directors, and creative professionals who bring current industry experience directly into your classroom. Learn the skills that clients actually use, taught by people who use them every day.
Mark Mabry, MFA, Ed.D
Graphic & Web Design Department Chair
Mark Mabry currently serves as the Graphic Design and Web & Interactive Department Chair, overseeing two separate degree programs. His active professional work in Nashville's design community ensures you're learning industry-current skills and standards.
"Beyond the fundamentals, it is imperative that graphic design degree students be encouraged to have fun, take risks, collaborate, and experiment, as each is a key ingredient in assuring their personal potential is met."
Student portfolio showcase
Our graphic design creative leaders build portfolios that get them hired. From brand identity systems to digital campaigns, these projects demonstrate the skills and creative thinking that employers want.
Ready to launch your graphic design career? Schedule a visit to see our design labs and meet the faculty who'll guide your creative development.
Advanced motion graphics, Jacob Lucas
Advanced motion graphics, Angel Rivera
Career opportunities with a graphic design degree
Graduates with a Bachelor Degree in Graphic Design from Nōssi can pursue careers as Graphic Designers, Art Directors, UI/UX Designers, and more. Career paths for our graphic design graduates:
- App Developer
- Art Director
- Brand Identity Developer
- Creative Director
- Digital Publisher
- Freelance Designer
- Graphic Designer/Artist
- Marketing Director
- Motion Graphics Designer
- Package Designer
- Production Artist
- Senior Design Manager
- Typographer
- UI or UX Designer
- Web Designer
Career paths represent potential opportunities. Individual outcomes vary based on skills, experience, and market conditions.
The next step is easy
Spring 2026 applications are open, and our small classes fill quickly. Next steps:
- Tour our design labs and see where you'll create
- Meet our team and get your questions answered personally
- Apply! We're accepting applications now
Scholarships and financial aid available. Don't let cost keep you from your creative dreams.
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Accepting Students for All Programs for Spring | Summer 2026
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Nōssi provides education and training; employment outcomes depend on individual effort and market conditions.