– 3-Year Accelerated Bachelor of Design Degree
– In-Person Studio Culture & Direct Faculty Critique
– AI-Augmented Workflows & Emerging Media Foundations
– Real-Life Projects with Professional Practitioners

NewSchool’s 3-year Bachelor of Design prepares students to build practical, future-ready design skills through in-person studio learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, AI-augmented workflows, critical thinking, and professional development.Unlike fully online programs, NewSchool’s in-person design experience gives students direct access to studio culture, faculty critique, peer collaboration, hands-on projects, and professional feedback. As an urban laboratory blending California creativity with global perspectives, our career-focused tracks challenge you to grow dynamically and build an industry-ready portfolio.

The School of Design Advisory Board includes leading professionals from the design community who provide advice and counsel to the administration and faculty on employment trends, market conditions, professional practice, curriculum opportunities, and other critical information to advance the school’s mission.