Bachelor's in Illustration - Surface Design Track (BFA)

ArtCenter College of Design has built a legacy of fostering innovation and pushing the boundaries of artistic expression. With a focus on practical, hands-on learning, ArtCenter provides a dynamic environment where students immerse themselves in the creative process, from conceptualization to execution. What sets ArtCenter apart is its commitment to preparing students for real-world challenges. The faculty comprises industry professionals and accomplished artists, ensuring that students receive guidance from experts deeply embedded in their respective fields. The college's programs span a wide range of disciplines, including graphic design, transportation design, and entertainment design, among others. With state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative atmosphere, ArtCenter empowers students to transform their passion into impactful, visually stunning work, making it a hub for emerging talent in the world of design.

Create immersive worlds as a visual storyteller through the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration program at ArtCenter. Modern imagery involves problem-solving, conceptualizing, and multifunctional artistic capabilities—all skills you’ll grow and develop alongside your ideas and philosophies of art and consumption. As an illustrator in print, digital, and multimedia contexts, you’ll be uniquely situated to open conversations about the social, political, and cultural concepts that define your generation. Apply your touch to textile design and graphic illustrated imagery for soft goods, interior design, fashion, and gift consumers. Examine trends, materials, consumer products, and techniques for surface designs that pop in a crowded market.