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ur academic programs apply the latest in industry-based technology. Students bridge to their future professions through study tours, internships, design shows, and student organizations. A global perspective infuses course work and study abroad. Through service learning projects, students reach out to the community as they apply their professional expertise.

Business social responsibility permeates all aspects of our programs. Students focus on design and business outcomes that sustain and positively impact the world and its people. Ethnical decision making is balanced with profitability. Faculty and graduate student research focuses on medical textiles, the meaning of home, socially responsible advertising, sustainable consumption, and indoor environmental air quality, to name a few.

We are proud to offer outstanding programs leading to the:

  • Bachelor of Science in Apparel Merchandising
    • Concentrations in:
      • Apparel Design and Production
      • Merchandising
      • Minor in Merchandising
  • Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
    • Council for Interior Design Accredited
  • Master of Science in Design and Merchandising
    • Specializations in:
      • Apparel Design and Merchandising
      • Interior Design