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Apparel, Merchandising, and Design – Master’s

Apparel, Merchandising, and Design

You know your next step in this exciting field. We can provide a comprehensive foundation in textiles and apparel to get you there. You’ll master everything from apparel merchandising and consumer strategies to functional and creative design and product development. Get to your next next.

At a Glance

30

Total Credits
36 for non-thesis option

2 years+

Time to Complete

Tailoring your growth in apparel, merchandising, and design

Advance your expertise in apparel, merchandising, and design by diving deep into industry-wide challenges like sustainability, and consumer behavior. This online graduate program elevates your knowledge and positions you for the next step in your career. You’ll collaborate with world-renowned faculty, gaining opportunities to present and publish your research and creative work. You’ll be prepared for impactful roles in museums, cooperative extensions, or business and industry sectors, setting yourself up for future success.

The apparel, merchandising, and design program offers two master’s program options available on-campus or via distance (hybrid) learning:

  • Master’s of Science
  • Non-thesis Master’s of Science – for graduate students interested in careers in museums, cooperative extension, or business and industry positions.
  • Admission

    Rolling Admission
    Fall, Spring, and Summer

  • Application Deadlines

    Fall and Summer: March 15
    Spring: October 15

  • Format

    Hybrid; with one or two short on-campus summer coursework sessions

Graduate College Requirements:

  • 4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
  • Academic Records/Transcripts
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
  • Proof of English Proficiency

For program specific requirements, visit the Graduate College website.

Ann Marie Fiore
30A MacKay
515-294-9303
amfiore@iastate.edu

A flexible online experience, designed intentionally for you.

With Iowa State’s online programs, your career never has to wait. Gain the same high-quality education and industry-focused knowledge as on campus programs, guided by expert professors preparing  you for your next.

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