Admission to the graduate program is highly competitive and based on a review of a formal application package. To gain admission to the graduate program, an applicant must hold a bachelor's degree in design or a closely allied field from an accredited college or university. Professional work experience prior to candidacy is strongly advised, although not necessarily a requirement. An analysis of the candidate's undergraduate work in design (and any professional work) will be made to determine his or her proficiency level. A portfolio and statement of intent that describes your educational, research and career objectives, and reasons for wishing to pursue graduate work in the Department of Industrial, Interior and Visual Communication Design at The Ohio State University are required.

Download the Design Department [graduate admissions pdf ] * **

*The admissions materials are in PDF format and require [Adobe Acrobat Reader] or some other PDF reader, such as Apple's Preview.

** Note: If you are interested in the Computer Animation + Interactive Media area of emphasis, download and complete the [DAIM admissions PDF]

Reminder: Interested students must also apply through the [Graduate Admissions] office at OSU.