Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Fine Arts program in Costume Design and Technology for the Creative Industries provides students with a multidisciplinary education, combining the practical application of knowledge with professional industry experience. The program is designed to prepare students for an exciting career in the creative industries, working alongside industry professionals in Los Angeles, the entertainment capital of the world.

Program Description

The program focuses on the valuable skills needed for costume design and construction, allowing students to gain practical experience working with teams from across disciplines in the entertainment industry. Students connect directly to the industry, working on productions and learning key technical skills that make them valuable contributors in internships and apprenticeships.

At a Glance

• College/school: Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
• Location: 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

The curriculum includes foundational skills in garment construction, script analysis, character development, illustration, and production practices. Students work with interdisciplinary creative teams to create costumes for film, television, and theatre. Access to professional-level facilities offers an immersive environment for students to gain industry-recognized training for a career in the entertainment industry.

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.
  • First-year
  • Transfer
  • International
  • Readmission

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. Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.

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, which expose students to unique cultural environments and enable students to expand their knowledge in diverse settings.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared to enter graduate programs or pursue professional creative careers. Career examples include:

• Costume illustrator
• Curator
• Craft artist
• Design assistant
• Fabric and apparel designer
• Film, television, and theatre costume designer
• Production design
• Production supervisor

Career Data

• Craft Artist: 2.1% growth, $38,480 median salary
• Entertainer: 6.0% growth, Not available median salary
• Executive Producer: 4.9% growth, $83,480 median salary
• Fabric and Apparel Designer: -10.2% growth, $67,670 median salary
• Fashion Designer: 2.0% growth, $80,690 median salary
• Fine Artist: -1.2% growth, $60,560 median salary
• Production Assistant: 2.7% growth, $71,770 median salary
• Production Crew Supervisor: 3.1% growth, $78,300 median salary