Art, Design, and Architecture Degrees

Expression is Everything

When you create, you’re showing the world how you see things. Students like you choose RIT because they recognize that combining technology, art, and design can be the key to unlocking new forms of expression.

You’re not satisfied with the status quo. You’re confident in your talent, whether you're an art, design, or architecture major, and recognize RIT as a place that will take your abilities to new heights. This is where boundaries and limitations are acknowledged and then promptly dismissed. We’re not interested in the ordinary; we’re striving for the extraordinary. Welcome to the intersection of technology, the arts, and design.

Nationally Recognized

23rd

Best Graduate Fine Arts Programs

U.S. News & World Report, 2024

37th

Top 50 Illustration Schools and Colleges

Animation Career Review, 2024

41st

“Best Value Schools”

U.S. News & World Report, 2025

#91

Among the top 100 national universities

U.S. News & World Report, 2025

Art, Design, and Architecture Degrees

A professional art school immersed in a tech university? It’s unusual. It’s surprising. And it’s uniquely RIT. Our distinctive art and design majors spotlight the creative process: how ideas and concepts are sparked and become tangible, visible works of art—from designs, products, and publications to digital forms of communication, one-of-a-kind art pieces sculptures, and paintings.

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The Tools You Need. The Spaces To Create.

When it comes to facilities and equipment, we put you in a hands-on learning environment at the cutting edge of technological developments in the field. You’ll investigate, create, design, and innovate 24/7—all with unparalleled access to the same tools as the industry pros.

Creative Careers

Turn your passion into a rewarding career in art, design, or architecture. Below is a sample of companies that hire our graduates.

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