Fashion ,BA
Apparel, Clothing, Fashion, Wearable Technology, artistic, creative, design, textiles
Do you enjoy studying topics such as fibers or wearable technology? Are your career interests at the leading edge of fashion? This degree from ASU FIDM will help you reach your goals.
The BA program in fashion takes a transdisciplinary approach to provide students with a foundation that enables them to work across many segments in the fashion industry.
The fashion 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 and fluency with materials, traditional techniques and digital technologies, students are prepared for interdisciplinary collaborations through coursework across marketing and merchandising, 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.
Through the leadership of well-known industry professionals, students with this degree are connected globally to leaders in the industry.
Los Angeles location
Students interested in using GI Bill® benefits should consider the program on the ASU Downtown Phoenix campus.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.
The Los Angeles location is not available to international students seeking an F-1 or J-1 visa. Visa-eligible students should consider the program on the ASU Downtown Phoenix campus.
- College/school:
Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
- Location: Downtown Phoenix, ASU at Los Angeles
- Second language requirement: No
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First required math course:
MAT 142 - College Mathematics
or any math course that meets the MATH designation -
Math intensity:
General
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
An ASU student who would like to change majors to one offered by the Herberger Institute or one of its programs must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 (scale is 4.00 = "A").
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
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.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:
- Learn design and commercial production techniques.
- Demonstrate ability to successfully utilize industry-based information.
- Produce projects relevant to fashion industry practices.
Fashion varies from country to country, city to city and culture to culture. Studying abroad exposes students to unique cultural environments and enables students to expand their fashion knowledge in diverse settings. Students are challenged to adapt and persevere under unfamiliar social and cultural circumstances, which allows them to grow and prosper in their professional and personal lives. Students have the opportunity to enhance their resume and portfolio with a global perspective gained by studying abroad.
The Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts recommends these programs for students majoring in fashion.
Graduates are prepared to enter the fashion industry in any of a number of roles. Some examples are:
- curator
- fabric designer
- fashion business analyst
- fashion designer
- marketing researcher
- merchandise display and window designer
- supply chain manager
- textile and apparel production manager
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
|---|---|---|
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3.2%
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$77,280
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3.1%
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$65,390
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-7.4%
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$60,320
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3.3%
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$76,700
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0.7%
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$63,230
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6.6%
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$140,040
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-7.7%
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$67,620
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11.1%
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$60,380
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8.2%
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$98,560
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School of Art
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ART 102
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3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
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. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. 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.
