Delaware State University, Department of Human Ecology Fashion Programs Profile

Delaware State University: Textile & Apparel Studies.
Dover, Delaware
Department of Human Ecology

The textile & apparel studies program at Delaware State University strives to assist students in developing the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the fashion industry, such as communications, analytical skills, and ethical practices. Fashion merchandising students are trained in several aspects of the field including retail operations, merchandising, textile selection and assessment, and the prediction of trends.

What fashion related programs and degrees does Delaware State University offer?
As of 2011, Delaware State University offers the following degrees:
B.S. Textile & Apparel Studies

What’s the school’s contact information?
Delaware State University
Department of Human Ecology
1200 N. Dupont Highway
Dover, DE 19901
Phone: 302-857-6440
www.desu.edu

Type of school? Public

How much is tuition?
Tuition (in state): $6,146
              (out of state): $13,000
Room & Board: $9,000

What is the typical student profile?
Delaware University total undergraduate students: 3,000
Fashion program students: 50

What are the requirements to enter  program?
Not reported

How long does it take to complete program?
It usually takes four years to complete a B.S. degree, two years to complete a M.S. degree and two or more years to complete a Ph D program.

How many faculty members does Delaware State University’s Textile & Apparel Studies program have?
Faculty members: 2

What career placement services does Delaware State University provide?
All fashion majors are required to successfully complete an internship program. The fashion curriculum at Delaware State University equips students with a multi-faceted body of knowledge about apparel and textiles, including quantitative merchandising, social psychology of clothing, apparel construction, and textiles and apparel in the global economy.

All data is as of 2011.