Typography Minor

The student learns the basic visual grammar of typography, incorporating this knowledge into information-based interpretations. Intermediate studies are concerned with the informational and editorial uses of typography, as well as multi-page formats. The advanced level develops a sophisticated expertise in solving complex messages through typographic expression.

• Graphic Design majors may not declare a Typography minor.
• Students must meet eligibility requirements, which may include a satisfactory grade point average, prerequisites, and departmental portfolio review.
• Intent to complete a minor is declared by filing the completed Minor Declaration Form with the Office of the Registrar. The forms are available in the Office of the Registrar.
• Courses applied to the minor may only be applied towards elective requirements.
• Generally, no substitutions to the minor requirements are allowed. In exceptional situations where substitutions are granted, the approvals of both the major and minor program advisors are required.
• The requirements of the minor must be completed prior to graduation.
• Colpleting a minor may require a student to take more than the minimum number of credits necessary to earn the undergraduate degree in order to also complete the minor. 
• Minors are available only to undergraduate students.