B.S. Graphic Communications

Innovative Design Meets Graphic Arts

Build a career at the intersection of design and production with UW-Stout's B.S. Graphic Communications (GCOM). This program blends creative design, analytical thinking, and production proficiencies to prepare you for a dynamic career in the graphic communications industry. Designed for students with diverse interests, our program emphasizes a holistic approach, combining the principles of marketing, production, and effective project management. Engage with our unique, interdisciplinary curriculum that not only nurtures creativity but also hones strategic expertise essential for success in the evolving digital landscape.

Career-Defining Curriculum

Graduate ready for a successful career in printing, imaging, marketing, media and graphics. Graphics communications is a perfect degree students who thrive on creative challenges and devising innovative solutions. Our expert faculty will celebrate your mindset and help you develop the knowledge, skills and experience to transform complex concepts into compelling visual narratives.

Our interdisciplinary program will teach you:

• Printing Production Processes
• Marketing Campaign Management & Deployment
• Digital Design Project Management
• Digital Workflows & Structured Automation
• Industry-Related Business Practices
• Variable Data Applications
• Multichannel Marketing Practices
• Digital Graphics Software & Associated Applied Technologies
• Project Management & Graphics Production Logistics

A Comprehensive Learning Experience

The field of graphic communications has been revolutionized by technology, and our program is at the forefront of this transformation. Our hands-on design, imaging, and print labs are equipped with the latest software and digital technologies, ensuring that you are adept at using industry-standard tools.

Use the Request Information form to receive a program summary and learn more about the Bachelor of Science degree in Graphic Communications.

Industry-Experienced Faculty Instruction

Forget TA-taught classes and 200-person lectures. At UW-Stout, building close relationships with our industry-experienced and academically accomplished faculty will play a key role in your polytechnic education. Under their guidance, you will not only develop technical expertise creating and fabricating graphic prototypes but build strong foundational skills in project and business management. Learn more about your future instructors!

Meet the Graphic Communications Faculty

Train on the Latest Software & Digital Technologies

• Design & Imaging Applications. Learn visual storytelling with tools like Adobe InDesign™, Photoshop™ and Illustrator™. These applications are the backbone of professional graphic design and imaging.
• Advanced Digital Tools. Enhance your skills in digital publishing and web design using Acrobat™ and various HTML editors.
• Specialized Software. Delve into niche areas of graphic communications with Esko™ DeskPack for innovative package design and XMPie™ for variable data projects.
• Prepress & Production. Gain hands-on experience with Kodak Prinergy™ for prepress workflows and Preps™ for imposition tasks, preparing you for the technical aspects of graphic production.

Do More in Our Industry-Inspired Labs

Professional Internship Placements in Graphics Communications

Take your education into industry and earn while you learn through UW-Stout’s award-winning Cooperative Education & Internship Program (CEIP) and other placements. Unlike traditional internships, our professional paid and pro bono credit-earning experiences connect you with leaders in your field, including national full-service print and communication corporations, regional graphics companies and local business, to ensure you’re set up for success long before you graduate. More than a third of Stout students accept positions after graduation with their internship employer.