Design is
redesigning itself.
Again.
Train to innovate. Learn to create. Build what's next.
Train to innovate. Learn to create. Build what's next.
Visual communication, brand identity, typography, digital media, motion graphics, and interactive design.
Ask About This ConcentrationIndustrial design, materials, prototyping, and the full process of bringing a physical product from concept to reality.
Ask About This ConcentrationBoth programs share foundational coursework in design thinking and human-centered practice.
AI IN THE STUDIO
NewSchool's Design program integrates current AI tools into studio practice, not as a replacement for foundational skills, but as an extension of them. Students learn to work with the tools the industry is adopting while building the critical thinking that makes those tools meaningful.
Design judgment, material knowledge, and the ability to think through a problem are not automated. They are what you come here to develop.
LEARN FROM INDUSTRY
Design Chair at NewSchool of Architecture and Design
Former VP of Design, Nissan Design Europe
“ In teaching and developing a visionary mindset, Design masters the art of critical thinking. ”Start Your Application Now
ALUMNI OUTCOMES
"NewSchool equipped me with the tools and knowledge needed to be successful in the product development industry. The connections and opportunities that the school provided were invaluable to my career growth."
Chad Skelton — Bachelor of Design, Concentration in Product Design
"One of my favorite aspects of NewSchool was the studio courses, which felt more like one-on-one mentorship than a traditional college classroom. Having the opportunity to present our final projects to industry professionals for critique was an incredibly valuable experience that helped prepare me to confidently present real-world work to clients."
Chanel Montgomery - Bachelor of Design, Concentration in Graphic Design and Interactive Media
Every graduate from our program has found employment in a design-related field.
COMMON QUESTIONS
No. Both the Graphic Design and Product Design concentrations are 3-year Bachelor of Design degrees.
Graphic Design focuses on visual communication — brand identity, typography, digital media, and interactive design. Product Design focuses on physical objects — industrial design, materials, prototyping, and bringing a product from concept to market.
Every graduate from our program has found employment in a design-related field. An Enrollment Specialist can walk you through recent graduate outcomes in detail.
Yes. The curriculum integrates current AI tools alongside traditional design fundamentals. Students graduate fluent in both.
Yes. NewSchool offers student scholarships annually, and a $1,500 Early Admission Scholarship is available for students who apply by August 1, 2026.
NewSchool is located in downtown San Diego. Small cohorts mean direct access to faculty and a studio environment that mirrors professional practice.
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An Enrollment Specialist can answer your questions, walk you through the programs, and help you plan your path to enrollment.
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