All Graphic Design BFA majors seeking to advance to second-year DESGR courses in Fall 2025 must meet minimum grades and apply by portfolio.

Priority consideration will be given to students with all required courses completed by the end of the Spring 2025 semester.

- First Year Advancement Policy

2026 Schedule
Monday, March 23 - Portfolio application period begins
Friday, March 27 - Portfolio applications are due by midnight
Monday, April 6 - Applicants notified

- Portfolio Guidelines
- Portfolio Formatting Example - Will be posted on February 27, 2026
- Portfolio Template (Adobe Illustrator)
- Portfolio Template (Adobe InDesign)

Submit Portfolios Here...

Applications are closed for 2025