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Graphic Design Schools in North Carolina

Updated October 10, 2026

Compare Graphic Design programs across North Carolina.

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Graphic Design schools

#1

South Piedmont Community College

Polkton, NC In-state option BOC Score 45.0

South Piedmont Community College is a Public, 2-year in Polkton, NC serving about 1,833 students and accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across NC.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $2,022
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,630
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 169
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#2

Appalachian State University

Boone, NC In-state option BOC Score 69.9

Appalachian State University is a Public, 4-year in Boone, NC serving about 19,444 students and accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across NC.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $7,579
  • Out-of-state tuition: $25,212
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 90%
  • Graduation rate: 75%
  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 927
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#3

Barton College

Wilson, NC In-state option BOC Score 40.9

Barton College is a Private nonprofit, 4-year in Wilson, NC serving about 982 students and accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across NC.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $37,250
  • Out-of-state tuition: $37,250
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 94%
  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 23
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#4

Campbell University

Buies Creek, NC In-state option BOC Score 46.6

Campbell University is a Private nonprofit, 4-year in Buies Creek, NC serving about 2,680 students and accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across NC.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $41,600
  • Out-of-state tuition: $41,600
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 87%
  • Graduation rate: 61%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 178
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#5

Central Piedmont Community College

Charlotte, NC In-state option BOC Score 52.6

Central Piedmont Community College is a Public, 2-year in Charlotte, NC serving about 15,067 students and accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across NC.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $2,792
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,936
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 31%
  • Programs offered: 52
  • Annual completions: 3,018
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#6

Chowan University

Murfreesboro, NC In-state option BOC Score 33.6

Chowan University is a Private nonprofit, 4-year in Murfreesboro, NC serving about 603 students and accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across NC.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $27,910
  • Out-of-state tuition: $27,910
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 69%
  • Graduation rate: 30%
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 44
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#7

Davidson College

Davidson, NC In-state option BOC Score 78.3

Davidson College is a Private nonprofit, 4-year in Davidson, NC serving about 1,867 students and accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across NC.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $64,410
  • Out-of-state tuition: $64,410
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 13%
  • Graduation rate: 91%
  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 15

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#8

East Carolina University

Greenville, NC In-state option BOC Score 68.3

East Carolina University is a Public, 4-year in Greenville, NC serving about 19,896 students and accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across NC.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $7,361
  • Out-of-state tuition: $23,638
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 89%
  • Graduation rate: 63%
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 1,119
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#9

Elizabeth City State University

Elizabeth City, NC In-state option BOC Score 46.9

Elizabeth City State University is a Public, 4-year in Elizabeth City, NC serving about 1,975 students and accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across NC.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,536
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,536
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 64%
  • Graduation rate: 44%
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 102
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#10

Elon University

Elon, NC In-state option BOC Score 72.9

Elon University is a Private nonprofit, 4-year in Elon, NC serving about 6,452 students and accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across NC.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $46,958
  • Out-of-state tuition: $46,958
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 66%
  • Graduation rate: 84%
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 222
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#11

Fayetteville Technical Community College

Fayetteville, NC In-state option BOC Score 45.5

Fayetteville Technical Community College is a Public, 2-year in Fayetteville, NC serving about 9,471 students and accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across NC.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $2,628
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,772
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 24%
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 2,790
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#12

Fayetteville State University

Fayetteville, NC In-state option BOC Score 49.2

Fayetteville State University is a Public, 4-year in Fayetteville, NC serving about 5,762 students and accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across NC.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,353
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,353
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 82%
  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 151
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

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