SAIC Named One of GDUSA’s Top Design Schools of 2025

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) has once again been recognized as a leader in art and design education, earning a spot on Graphic Design USA’s (GDUSA) 2025 list of Top Design Schools. GDUSA’s annual honor roll celebrates institutions that are shaping the future of visual communications through innovation, rigor, and creativity. SAIC's multidisciplinary approach and emphasis on conceptual thinking helped secure its place among the best. This national recognition reiterates SAIC’s reputation as a formidable environment in graphic design, with alums and faculty continuing to influence the field across branding, publishing, motion, and beyond.