Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Fashion – Fashion Merchandising
Become the Designer You’re Meant to Be
Do you dream of making waves in the fashion world with your unique designs? Liberty’s Bachelor of Science in Fashion – Fashion Design will provide all the tools and training you need to get there.
When you earn a fashion design degree, you can open up unique and exciting career opportunities. You could become a costume designer on Broadway or in Hollywood or hit the high fashion scene as a designer or illustrator. There are many opportunities, and they can all start with learning design skills with Liberty’s program. When you pursue Liberty University’s fashion design degree, you can receive the knowledge and experience you need to be a successful fashion professional.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- The required internship towards the end of this degree provides hands-on experience and potential job opportunities.
- Our on-campus clubs allow students to connect with peers and professionals in the field.
- Family and Consumer Science (FACS) clubs include the Family and Child Development Association, Interior Design Association, Fashion Design and Merchandising Association, Event Planning Society, and FACS Honor Society.
- Our Annual Spring Fashion Show hosts over 1,400 guests.
- For the past 3 years, fashion students have presented designs at the International Textile and Apparel Association’s annual conference.
What Will You Learn?
- Principles of design and how to approach the process of bringing your ideas from brainstorming to the stage
- Natural and synthetic fibers and the manufacturing processes involved in the production of fabrics from raw to finished form for use in clothing and home furnishings
- The relationship between family values and the use of resources
- Job search and interview strategies, portfolio development, and effective participation in professional association activities
- Critical thinking skills to resolve issues, prioritize needs, and set goals in business
Career Opportunities for Fashion Merchandising Graduates
- Apparel designer
- Boutique entrepreneur
- Clothing constructionist
- Fashion illustrator
- Sample maker
Benefits Available to Family and Consumer Sciences Students
- Participate in the annual student-designer fashion show to showcase your design with Liberty’s best based on a student-chosen and organized design theme.
- Get hands-on experience and networking opportunities in event planning by joining the Event Planning Society.
- Gain practical training in your field while making important professional connections in an internship.
- Join over 200 members in the Interior Design Association to gain access to resources, programs, and services to build toward your future career in interior design.
- Cultivate new skills and grow your professional network in the Family and Child Development Association.
- Develop your professional skills in the fashion design industry by joining fellow students in the Fashion Design and Merchandising Association.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 19, 2024
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
