Franklin University Introduces Its New Bachelor’s in User Experience & Graphic Design

Contact:

Sherry Mercurio
Executive Director, Office of Community Relations
(614) 947-6581
Email: sherry.mercurio@franklin.edu

Franklin University, a leading educator for adult learners, proudly announces the launch of its Bachelor of Science in User Experience & Graphic Design (UX). This forward-thinking program strengthens Franklin’s standing as Ohio’s premier nonprofit university for online education, offering degrees that are transfer-friendly and aligned with the demands of today’s dynamic career landscape.

This 100% online program seamlessly blends the principles of user experience and graphic design, providing students with a holistic approach to solving design challenges. Through the application of a five-step framework—Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test—students will learn to address and overcome user challenges effectively. The program’s hands-on assignments and project-based learning emphasize design thinking methodologies, fostering the development of collaboration skills and a professional portfolio demonstrating their ability to create impactful, user-centered solutions.

With a job outlook that predicts a 16% increase in the number of jobs from 2023-2033, Franklin’s B.S. in User Experience & Graphic Design is tailored to fit the busy lives of professionals, preparing graduates for various careers in the digital design industry, including roles such as UX Designer, UI Designer, and UX Researcher. By integrating specialized UX/UI skills with existing graphic design and photography expertise, students will be well-equipped to thrive in various industry settings.

To further support its students, Franklin offers a competitive tuition rate of $398 per credit hour, along with a tuition guarantee to lock in rates throughout the program. Learn more about Franklin’s new B.S. in User Experience & Graphic Design and discover how learners can transfer up to 75% of required credits, enabling a faster path to graduation: https://bit.ly/3Z67rLd.

About Franklin University

Accredited, nonprofit, and dedicated to educating adults since 1902, Franklin provides onsite course options at our Main Campus in downtown Columbus, Ohio, and is an innovator in providing personalized online education. The University offers applied in-demand undergraduate, masters, and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. Through agreements with partner institutions, the University also offers international academic programs, including its top-ranked MBA.

Franklin University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and holds specialized accreditations for specific academic programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, and the Commission on Accreditation of Health Informatics and Information Management Education. The National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security have designated Franklin University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE).