Design and Merchandising - Apparel and Merchandising
Colorado State UniversityProgram Overview
The Design and Merchandising - Apparel and Merchandising at Colorado State University is a MSc programme in Arts & Design over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Design and Merchandising - Apparel and Merchandising programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 26,792 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Fort Collins, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Design and Merchandising - Apparel and Merchandising programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Apparel Design and Production
- Consumer Behavior
- Historic Costume and Textiles
- Merchandising
- Social-Psychological and Cultural Aspects of Dress and Appearance
- Textile Science
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Required Documents:
- Application - Track I
- Application - Track II
- Statement of Purpose
- Letters of Recommendation
- An Updated Resume
- Portfolio
- Transcripts
- GRE (Graduate Record Examination)
- GTA application (Optional)
International Students Only
- TOEFL
TOEFL is the Test of English as a Foreign Language. International students are required to earn a score of 213 (computer-based), 80 (online), or 550 (paper-based). Students are exempted from the TOEFL requirement if the official language of their country is English or if they have recently earned a degree at an American university.
- Financial Statement
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 26,792 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 26,792 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Colorado State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Colorado State University
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, United States
public land-grant research university in Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Oct, 2026
- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 18 months
