Metropolitan Community College – Penn Valley: Apparel & Textiles Associate of Applied Science Product Development & Design, Apparel & Textiles Associate of Applied Science Marketing and Merchandising
Kansas City, Missouri
Apparel & Textiles Program

The Apparel & Textiles program at Metropolitan Community College – Penn Valley prepares students for future career opportunities by combining studies of art, business, and technology.  Students have access to a state of the art computer lab, design lab, and exhibit areas.  Apparel & Textiles students can choose between two majors: Product Development & Design or Marketing and Merchandising.

What fashion related programs and degrees does Metropolitan Community College – Penn Valley offer?
As of 2011, Metropolitan Community College – Penn Valley offers the following degrees:
Apparel & Textiles Associate of Applied Science Product Development & Design
Apparel & Textiles Associate of Applied Science Marketing and Merchandising

What’s the school’s contact information?
Metropolitan Community College – Penn Valley
Apparel & Textiles Program
3201 Southwest Trafficway, Humanities 203
Kansas City, MO 64111
Phone: 816-604-4272
www.mcckc.edu/aptx

Type of School? Public

How much is tuition?
Annual tuition: $1,230-$2,925
Room and Board: not available

What’s the typical student profile?
Metropolitan Community College – Penn Valley total undergraduate students: not available
Fashion program students: 50-75

What are the requirements to enter program?
Program offers an open application process with portfolio review upon graduation.

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 Metropolitan Community College – Penn Valley’s Fashion program have?
Faculty members: 5

What career placement services does Metropolitan Community College – Penn Valley provide?
Students who major in Marketing and Merchandising must complete an internship, which are typically with national retailers.    The program also offers domestic and international study abroad opportunities with local universities.

All data is as of 2011.