Program Overview

Fashion Design & Merchandising Program

Overview

The Fashion Design & Merchandising program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the principles and practices of fashion design and merchandising. This program aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and creativity necessary to succeed in the fashion industry.

Program Details

• The program curriculum includes courses in fashion design, textile science, merchandising, and marketing.
  • Fashion design courses cover topics such as pattern making, garment construction, and fashion illustration.
  • Textile science courses explore the properties and applications of various textiles and materials.
  • Merchandising courses focus on the business aspects of the fashion industry, including buying, selling, and distributing fashion products.
  • Marketing courses examine the principles and strategies of marketing fashion products to diverse consumer groups.

Admission Criteria

• Admission to the Fashion Design & Merchandising program is based on a combination of academic achievement and creative potential.
  • Applicants must submit a portfolio of their design work, which is reviewed by a panel of faculty members.
  • Academic requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
  • International students must demonstrate English language proficiency through TOEFL or IELTS scores.

Tuition Fees

• The tuition fees for the Fashion Design & Merchandising program vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of credits taken per semester.
  • In-state students pay a lower tuition rate than out-of-state students.
  • Additional fees may apply for materials, equipment, and software used in the program.

Research Areas

• The Fashion Design & Merchandising program offers opportunities for students to engage in research projects and internships in various areas, including:
  • Sustainable fashion and textile production
  • Fashion technology and innovation
  • Fashion marketing and consumer behavior
  • Fashion entrepreneurship and small business management

Career Opportunities

• Graduates of the Fashion Design & Merchandising program can pursue a wide range of career opportunities in the fashion industry, including:
  • Fashion designer
  • Merchandiser
  • Buyer
  • Marketing manager
  • Fashion entrepreneur
  • Stylist
  • Fashion journalist or critic