Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Digital Design – Illustration Design
Create, Inform, and Inspire with Liberty’s B.S. in Digital Design – Illustration Design Degree
Many forms of media — from storybooks and cartoons to advertisements and video games — use illustrations to communicate narratives, explain information, persuade consumers, and boost visual appeal. If you want to learn how to create illustrations that span both traditional and digital media, Liberty University’s online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Digital Design – Illustration Design degree may be for you!
In this program, you can develop the technical and creative skills you need to pursue a wide variety of exciting careers. Whether you are seeking new job opportunities, preparing for graduate school, or hoping to enter the field of digital design for the first time, our bachelor’s in digital design – illustration design can help you achieve your goals. Partner with us and use your artistic abilities to engage and inspire audiences across all types of platforms!
What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Bachelor’s in Digital Design – Illustration Design Degree?
- Drawing, typography, and digital imaging
- The connection between art, culture, and technology
- 2D and 3D design
- Vector illustration and publication design
In this program, you can learn how to use both print and digital media to create engaging, effective illustrations. You’ll explore how to develop conceptual ideas for illustration, create designs for print and web, utilize professional graphics programs, and produce drawings that effectively structure and articulate ideas. You’ll also take an in-depth look at graphic design techniques. The practicum and internship allow you to apply what you’ve learned in the classroom to professional settings.
Potential Careers for Graduates of Our B.S. in Digital Design – Illustration Design Program
- Art director
- Cartoonist
- Children’s book artist
- Concept artist
- Digital interface designer
- Illustrator
- Production artist
- Storyboard artist
Benefits of Pursuing Your Digital Design and Illustration Bachelor’s Degree with Liberty University
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
- You can complete this digital design and illustration program in as little as 3.5 years!
- Graduate with a professional portfolio that can be used for employment and business opportunities.
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
Credit Hours

Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC










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With over 600 online degrees, we have something that will accommodate your dreams and calling.
Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus
Our residential campus ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America. That commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.
No tuition increase for 9 years
We want to help you pursue your goals – so while tuition rates at most universities have continued to increase over the years, the majority of our rates haven’t.
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