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Bachelor of Fashion Merchandising

Marist University

  • Poughkeepsie, United States
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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Marist University campus

About the program

Bachelor degree in taking fashion products from concept to consumer.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: no
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Apply core knowledge in Fashion Merchandising. Analyse discipline-specific problems using appropriate methods. Communicate professional ideas clearly. Use relevant tools and practices responsibly. Prepare for employment or further study in fashion and retail.

Career outcomes

  • Buying and planning
  • Digital merchandising
  • Event planning and activation
  • Forecasting and trend prediction
  • Styling and creative direction
  • Sustainability

Curriculum

  • Key courses: Digital Tools for Fashion Presentations
  • Fabric for Fashion
  • Merchandising Concepts and Practices
  • Product Development and Merchandising
  • Sustainability and the Future of Fashion. Includes three required internships and the option of one of 11 minors. Full requirements are in the catalogue.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Secondary school completion with 4 years English
  • 3 science
  • 3 mathematics
  • 3 history/social studies and 2 foreign language
  • Official translated transcripts
  • Counselor recommendation and one more recommendation
  • Personal essay
  • SAT/ACT optional
  • English test unless waived (IB Diploma
  • SAT 500 reading/writing
  • Or 4 years in an English-taught school).

Accepted academic background

Secondary school with 4 years English, 3 science, 3 math, 3 history/social studies, 2 foreign language; Official translated transcripts; SAT/ACT optional; Counselor recommendation and one additional recommendation; Essay; Proof of funds for the I-20

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 80
  • TOEFL PBT 550
  • Duolingo 115

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic transcripts
  • Completed application form
  • Identification document
  • Language proficiency evidence if requested
  • Additional program-specific supporting documents if requested

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and deadlines on the official website: Early Decision I 1 Nov
  2. Early Action 15 Nov
  3. Early Decision II and Regular Decision 15 Feb. Apply with the Marist application or the Common Application and pay the 50 USD non-refundable fee. Submit the counselor recommendation
  4. One more recommendation
  5. Personal essay
  6. Official translated transcripts
  7. TOEFL
  8. IELTS or Duolingo results (test-optional for SAT/ACT. Scores sent to code 2400). Receive the admission letter and enrollment form. Pay the enrollment deposit. Marist then mails the I-Apply for the F-1 student visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

Other costs

Tuition per year$51,700 USD
Application fee$50 USD
Deposit$500 USD

Program details

CampusPoughkeepsie
Faculty or schoolSchool of Communication and the Arts
DepartmentFashion Merchandising
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value120
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm award criteria and funding with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    August 2027

    Apply by

    15 Feb 2027

    93 days left

  • Program starts

    January 2028

    Apply by

    15 Feb 2027

    93 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.