Fashion Design

Framingham State is proud to be the one of the few Massachusetts public universities to offer a fashion program. Come join like-minded students and faculty that also have a passion for the world of fashion design. As a Fashion Design major, you will cultivate your creativity and apparel design skills from initial concept through finished garment utilizing flat pattern, draping, tailoring, and couture techniques. Through hands on learning from experienced faculty, participation in fashion shows, and valuable internships, we are confident that you will land the career of your dreams with a business that fits your interests. 

As a Fashion Design major, you have the opportunity to complete an internship that caters to your career goals and interests, providing you with invaluable real-world insights and networking. Design internships of recent students include positions in design, technical design, and product development.

 Our active student-run Fashion Club at Framingham State that plans events, fundraisers, and campus activities. Highlights include an annual Spring Fashion Show, Trashion Show, weekly meetups, and a yearly field trip to New York City Fashion Week. Participation in the club will expose you to transferable skills in event planning, budgeting, marketing, social media marketing, and campus networking.

Through international and domestic faculty-led trips, you have the opportunity to expand your perspective by immersing yourself in diverse cultures and histories, exploring different fashion markets, and gaining firsthand experience in global trends and practices. During these travels, you’ll be guided by faculty to engage with industry professionals, visit fashion companies and factories, and attend trade shows and exhibitions.

 Recent graduates are working for Nike, New Balance, TJX, PUMA, The Paper Store, Talbots, and so many more renowned local and global organizations - big and small.

 We are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).