Visual Communication

Saint Louis University's visual communication interdisciplinary minor provides the theoretical framework and the technical facility for students to understand and manipulate visual elements effectively in a variety of communication modes, such as graphic design, media design, radio, video and animation.

Leadership

Amy Bautz, M.F.A., Department of Fine and Performing Arts

Curriculum Overview

The contributing departments for this program are the Department of Communication, the studio art program of the Department of Fine and Performing Arts and the Department of English. The interdisciplinary minor is designed to provide students with the tools, skills and theory to create and evaluate visual communication in various media as preparation for professional and academic opportunities. Students are encouraged to complete an internship as part of the minor.

Send transcripts of all secondary work.

Find out from your admission counselor what secondary credentials are required. We’ll evaluate how you’ve done in school up to this point, so please send all transcripts for secondary work, along with their English language translations.

Submit proof of your English language proficiency.

These are scores from any standardized test you may have taken to prepare for college — TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, SAT, ACT or Duolingo score. All of our international applicants are required to demonstrate their English proficiency, and these tests can help us make that determination.

If you do not meet SLU’s direct entry requirements, we encourage you to apply to the Pathway or English Language programs offered by INTO Saint Louis University.

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Though not required for admission, submission of a resume of activities and letters of recommendation is encouraged. All undergraduate applicants are also encouraged to complete an admission interview.