UIC Master of Design Information Sessions 2026–2027

image: MDes students exploring the countryside in Basel, Switzerland.

Are you interested in shaping the future of design? The Master of Design (MDes) in Graphic Design or Industrial Design prepares designers to make contributions that advance the profession and improve our world.


Prospective graduate students are invited to join us for an overview of the MDes program. The session will be led by Directors of Graduate Study Cheryl Towler Weese (Graphic Design) and TJ O’Keefe (Industrial Design), along with School of Design Student Affairs staff. Students will learn more about the MDes program, including curriculum and recent student work, opportunities at UIC, and the graduate admission process.


MDes Info Sessions will take place on Zoom:

Friday, October 23 at 12:00PM
Friday, November 20 at 12:00PM
Thursday, December 10 at 12:00PM
Friday, January 8 at 12:00PM


Register here for the MDes Info Sessions.