Program Overview

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Fashion (Design), BA

The Bachelor of Arts program in fashion with a concentration in design is a transdisciplinary program that provides students with a foundation that enables them to work across many segments in the fashion design industry.

Program Description

The program combines history, business practices, and hands-on studio experience to prepare students for a variety of roles in this global industry. Gaining proficiency in illustration skills and fluency with materials, traditional techniques, and digital technologies, students are prepared for interdisciplinary collaborations through coursework across design, construction, wearable technology, sustainability, management, and leadership, international experience, and fashion and culture. In the capstone experience, students develop a substantial project within an area of focus. Opportunities for internships and study abroad further advance students' professional goals.

At a Glance

• College/school: Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
• Location: Downtown Phoenix, ASU at Los Angeles
• Second language requirement: No
• STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
• First required math course: MAT 114 - College Mathematics
• Math intensity: General

Curriculum

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Concurrent Program Options

Students pursuing concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”) earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.

Admission Requirements

• General university admission requirements: All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.

Tuition Information

When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.

Change of Major Requirements

A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.

Transfer Options

ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.

Global Opportunities

• Global experience: More than 300 study abroad opportunities are available through the Global Education Office, giving students the ability to tailor their experience to their specific interests and skill sets. Students in this program can spend a summer session in France in the Exploration of French Fashion, Language, and Culture program led by fashion faculty.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for a variety of roles within the fashion industry. Career examples include:

• Costume designer
• Curator
• Design assistant
• Fashion designer
• Fashion illustrator
• Seamstress or seamster
• Textile designer

Career | Growth | Median salary ---|---|--- Art Director | 4.2% | $111,040 Educator | 1.5% | $48,400 Fabric and Apparel Designer | -10.2% | $67,670 Fashion Designer | 2.0% | $80,690

Accelerated Programs

Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree. These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs). Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.

Concurrent Programs

Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees, and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor. Either way, concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests.

Joint Programs

Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

New Programs

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Online Programs

ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year.

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)

The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) is a program in which residents of western states (other than Arizona) may be eligible for reduced nonresident tuition. Students from western states who select this major may be eligible for a reduced nonresident tuition rate of 150 percent of Arizona resident tuition plus all applicable fees.