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Clothing design colleges

Hey guys, I'm really passionate about clothing design and I'd like to pursue it in college. Can anyone recommend some colleges with strong clothing design programs? I'd appreciate any advice!

10 months ago

Hello! It's fantastic that you're passionate about clothing design and looking to pursue it at the college level. There are several top colleges and universities well-known for their strong fashion and clothing design programs. Here are some of the best options to consider in the United States:

1. Parsons School of Design (New York, NY) - Part of The New School, Parsons is one of the most prestigious design schools globally, acclaimed for its fashion design program. Notable alumni include Donna Karan, Marc Jacobs, and Tom Ford.

2. Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) (New York, NY) - Located in the fashion capital, FIT offers Fashion Design and various specialized programs, such as Accessories Design and Textile/Surface Design. This public college is well-regarded in the industry.

3. Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) (Savannah, GA, and Atlanta, GA) - SCAD offers several undergraduate programs in fashion, including Fashion Design, Accessory Design, and Fashion Marketing and Management. The school is renowned for its strong faculty and extensive industry connections.

4. Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) (Providence, RI) - RISD, one of the oldest and most prestigious art schools in the US, offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Apparel Design. Their program focuses on both craftsmanship and experimentation within the field.

5. California College of the Arts (CCA) (San Francisco, CA) - With its Fashion Design program, CCA emphasizes sustainability in fashion. Students can explore innovative design techniques and materials to create environmentally responsible garments.

6. Kent State University (Kent, OH) - With its School of Fashion Design and Merchandising, Kent State offers both Fashion Design and Fashion Merchandising programs. The school has strong industry connections and offers study-abroad opportunities in New York City and Florence, Italy.

7. Drexel University (Philadelphia, PA) - Drexel's Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design provides a Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion Design. The program includes a six-month co-op experience and access to the Drexel Historic Costume Collection for educational purposes.

These schools vary in size, location, and focus, so it's essential to research each of them further and visit campuses to see which one best fits your personal and educational goals. Best of luck with your college search!

10 months ago

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