Overview

Students who have a talent for drawing and creating clothes, for themselves or others, can apply their creativity in classes designed to expand their knowledge of the practical side of the multibillion-dollar fashion industry. MTSU, with the only apparel design program at a state university in Tennessee, boasts one of the relatively few such programs in the Southeast and one of the best.

Careers

The major in Textiles, Merchandising, and Design with a concentration in Apparel Design at Middle Tennessee State University leads to entry-level career opportunities in fashion-related industries, such as design, pattern-making, and manufacturing. Examples include

Alterations specialist

Blogger

Bridal consultant

Consultant

Costume designer

Fashion designer

Fashion forecaster

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Basic Design

Fashion Industry

Fashion Forecasting

Textiles Laboratory

History of Fashion

Apparel Selection and Evaluation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-12-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Murfreesboro, United States

Disciplines

Design Fashion Design View 174 other Bachelors in Fashion Design in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the application for admission and pay the $30 application fee.

Send official transcripts from all academic institutions attended to MTSU International Admissions.

Send official copy of language scores.

Provide appropriate documents for the following: Proof of financial support, Proper health forms with proof of vaccinations, Copy of passport showing expiration.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

32724 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32724 USD per year during 48 months.
National

32724 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32724 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

10468 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10468 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Murfreesboro

1123 - 2087 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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