Sam Houston State University, Department of Family & Consumer Sciences Fashion Program Profile

Sam Houston State University: Fashion Merchandising
Huntsville, Texas
Department of Family & Consumer Sciences

The Fashion Merchandising program at Sam Houston State University combines
business operations management with a solid basis in apparel knowledge. Students
learn to work collaboratively as part of a product development team as they create
a trend board and collection board, then work on the patternmaking process of an
apparel item from that collection. Fashion majors are required to complete a four-
course business core to better prepare them for careers in the industry.

What fashion related programs and degrees does Sam Houston State
University offer?
As of 2011, Sam Houston State University offers the following degrees:
B.A., B.S. Fashion Merchandising

What’s the school’s contact information?
Sam Houston State University
Department of Family & Consumer Sciences
Box 2177 SHSU
Huntsville, TX 77341
Phone: 936-294-1242
www.shsu.edu

Type of School? Public

How much is tuition?
Annual tuition: $7,000
Room & Board: $1,500-$1,700

What’s the typical student profile?
Sam Houston State University total undergraduate students: 13,312
Fashion program students: 90

What are the requirements to enter program?
Program requires a 2.0 GPA or undergraduate admission.

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 Sam Houston State University’s Fashion
program have?
Faculty members: 4

What career placement services does Sam Houston State University provide?
Students are required to complete an internship in their senior year. Students
must find the internship on their own as part of the process, and typically work
at top retailers. Study abroad and student organizations such as the Fashion
Merchandising Club provide further opportunities for networking and professional
growth.

All data is as of 2011.