Art and Design Graduate Programs & Certificates

The portfolio requirements for the M.S. in Digital Design and Digital Design Certificates are outlined below.

Applicants to the graduate programs and certificates in the School of Art + Design must submit a digital portfolio in PDF format that showcases their artistic and design abilities, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

Submission Format

  • PDF document containing images of your work.
  • If you wish to include a website or video reel, provide a clickable link within the PDF.

Content Requirements

Your portfolio should include 6 to 12 projects that demonstrate your skills and artistic vision. Work may include:

  • Visual media (e.g., drawings, paintings, digital illustrations, photography, graphic design)
  • Interactive media (e.g., UX/UI design, web design, game design)
  • Time-based media (e.g., animation, motion graphics, video—linked within the PDF)

Project Documentation

Each project must include:

  • Title
  • Description (brief explanation of the concept and creative intent)
  • Medium (materials, tools, or software used)
  • Ensure your portfolio is well-organized, professionally presented, and provides clear insight into your creative process and technical abilities