Art, Design, and Architecture Degrees
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.
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.
Learn about our portfolio requirements.
Show Your Work. Tell Your Story.
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Ad campaign designed by Bari Hayden ’24
graphic design BFA
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Photo by Jordyn Katz ’23
photographic and imaging arts BFA— visual media option
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3D Visualization by Amy Conyers ’25
3D digital design BFA
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Illustration created by Alice Benavides ’24
illustration BFA
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Illustration explaining sickle cell anemia by Shantel Watson, ’23
medical illustration BFA
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Jewelry designed by Izzy Caldwell ’23
studio arts BFA — metals and jewelry design option
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Illustration by Juho Choi ’20
illustration
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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