Massachusetts College of Art & Design, Fashion Design Department Program Profile

Massachusetts College of Art & Design: Fashion Design.
Boston, Massachusetts
Fashion Design Department

A primary goal of Massachusetts College of Art & Design’s fashion program is to teach
students the fundamental skills and knowledge they need to successfully enter the
fashion industry as professional designers. MassArt fashion majors are trained in both
high fine arts couture and commerce, gaining marketable experience creating custom-
made apparel as well as ready-to-wear clothing. Students also have the opportunity
to work with traditional and non-traditional materials to create accessory design and
theatrical costume. The fashion program trains students in the design and construction
of men, women, and children’s clothing, as well as in essential design techniques such as
detailing and pattern making. Students are encouraged to develop their own interests
and style as they advance through the curriculum, which is taught using traditional
design techniques combined with up-to-date computer design technology. Fashion
majors culminate the design program with a Senior year degree project in which
individuals conduct independent research and use the skills they’ve learned to create
their own line of garments.

What fashion related programs and degrees does Massachusetts College of Art &
Design offer?
As of 2011, Massachusetts College of Art & Design offers the following degrees:
B.F.A. Fashion Design

What’s the school’s contact information?
Massachusetts College of Art & Design
Fashion Design Department
621 Huntington Ave.
Boston, MA 02115
Phone: 617-879-7650
www.massart.edu

Type of school? Public

How much is tuition?
Tuition (MA resident): $9,000
(New England resident): $15,700
(non-resident): $25,400
Room & Board $10,880-$12,590

What is the typical student profile?
Massachusetts College of Art & Design total undergraduate students: 1,684
Fashion program students: 153

What are the requirements to enter program?
Program requires acceptance to Massachusetts College of Art & Design.

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 Massachusetts College of Art & Design’s Fashion
Design program have?
Faculty members: 12

What career placement services does Massachusetts College of Art & Design provide?
All fashion design majors at Massachusetts College of Art & Design are required to
complete an internship program before graduating. Typically, during their Junior
or Senior year, students intern for credit at several major national retail chains and
boutiques. Individuals can also broaden their knowledge enhance their fashion
design skills by participating in a study abroad program. Travel opportunities
include fashion courses in Paris, London, and Brazil. Students have gone on to
find professional work in every area of the industry, as designers, manufacturers,
product development, theater costuming and retail merchandising.

All data is as of 2011.