Overview

Refine your critical thinking skills, gain expertise in the area of product development, and learn how to market your final product to consumers in a global marketplace. Learn about the art and science of textile production and development, including materials, processes, and technologies involved in today’s industry. This Textiles, Apparel and Merchandising program is offered at Louisiana State University.

Concentrations available

Apparel Design - Refine your skills and gain expertise as you develop a strong foundation in design development and the production process while using high-tech equipment.
Merchandising - Polish your fashion retail, merchandising, and entrepreneurial skills while gaining expertise in business strategy, consumer behavior, and management.
Textile Science - Apply mathematical and scientific principles to design, development, and manufacturing of fibers and fiber products. You will also develop skills and gain expertise in textile production and the development of new fibers.

Possible careers

Apparel designer
Costume designer
Fashion merchandiser
Materials specialist
Product development scientist
Retail distribution manager
Textiles expert

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Digital Illustration for Apparel Designers

Apparel Structure and Fit

Research in Textiles, Apparel Design and Merchandising

Creativity in Product Development

Synthesis: Textile and Apparel Product Processes

Pattern Design with Computer Application

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Baton Rouge, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Once you're an LSU student, you'll need to meet the requirements below to continue pursuing this major:

2.0 GPA in all coursework (2.5 GPA for transfer)
2.0 cumulative GPA in courses toward degree requirements
grade of "C" or better in ENGL 1001 and MATH 1021 or higher

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

29148 USD / year

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Out-of-State

29148 USD / year

≈ 29148 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12472 USD / year

≈ 12472 USD / year

Living costs

Baton Rouge

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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

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Overview

Concentrations available

Possible careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Baton Rouge

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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