Courses cover costume history, aesthetics, social and cultural meanings of apparel,and the textile and apparel consumer. A required internship insures that students gain professional experience. Graduates work in a variety of settings including product development and quality assurance for large retail companies, product design for small and large manufacturers, theater and film design, wearable art and custom design. Completion of high school preparation requirements including one year each of algebra, geometry, and intermediate algebra. Ensuring all required application materials are postmarked by the December 15 priority deadline is strongly encouraged Refer to the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities undergraduate application booklet for further information.
Program admits for fall semester only.
Completion of high school preparation requirements including one year each of algebra, geometry, and intermediate algebra. Demonstration of competence in basic clothing construction skills by either passing the DHA sewing proficiency examination, successfully completing DHA 1221, or successfully completing an approved clothing construction course. U of M GPA of at least 2.50. Positive assessment of design work through portfolio review. Due to sequential design studio courses, the program takes four years to complete after admission to CHE in pre clothing design.