The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising- San Francisco
55 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94108
School Description
Provided by The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising- San FranciscoFIDM's focused curriculum integrates creative and leadership skills to develop graduates for the global industries of Fashion, Visual Arts, Interior Design, and Entertainment. Combined with these skills, FIDM graduates value ethical choice, demonstrate an awareness of cultural diversity, communicate effectively, think critically, and possess the knowledge of technology essential to their professions.
FIDM offers Associate of Arts, Professional Designation and Advanced Study Degree programs in Fashion Design, Interior Design, Merchandise Marketing, Merchandise Product Development, Jewelry Design, Textile Design, Visual Communications, Graphic Design, Beauty Industry Merchandising & Marketing, Theatre Costume Design, International Manufacturing & Product Development, Film & TV Costume Design, Digital Media, Footwear Design, and Apparel Manufacturing Management.
In addition, FIDM is now offering a four-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management. The Bachelor of Science in Business Management program is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
FIDM has an enrollment of 7,500 full-time students. Over the last 35 years, FIDM has built an alumni network in excess of 35,000 graduates around the world. The college's alumni base and industry-wide reputation for excellence both give our students an exceptional network of contacts and resources when they enter into the marketplace.
The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising- San Francisco
From Wikipedia, The Free EncyclopediaThe Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising or FIDM is a co-educational, specialized private college located in California dedicated to educating students for the Fashion, Entertainment, Interior Design, and Graphic Design industries.
FIDM offers a 2-year associate of arts degree, advanced study programs, and a bachelor of science degree program in business management. FIDM has over 6,500 full-time students and 1000 staff and faculty members.
FIDM has four campuses in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Orange County, California. It is accredited by The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
MAJORS Two Year Specialized Programs (A.A. Degree) Merchandise Marketing, Graphic Design, Merchandise Product Development, Beauty Industry Merchandising & Marketing, Apparel Manufacturing Management, Fashion Design, Visual Communication, Digital Media, Textile Design, Interior Design, Jewelry Design
Four Year Bachelor of Science Program (B.S. Degree) Business Management
One Year Advanced Study Programs (A.A. Degree) Interior Design, Theatre Costume Design, Film & Tv Costume Design, Fashion Design, Visual Communications, International Manufacturing & Product Development, Footwear Design
Notable alumni
- Monique Lhuillier - Bridal Designer
- Pamela Skaist-Levy - Co-founder of Juicy Couture
- Santino Rice - Fashion Designer, Project Runway 2 Finalist
- Nick Verreos - Fashion Designer, Project Runway 2 Finalist
- Kelly Arsenian - Fashion Designer, True Religion's stylish men's collection
- Lauren Conrad - Reality Star from The Hills and Laguna Beach: The Real Orange Country
- Will.I.Am (William Adams) - Member of the Black Eyed Peas
- Mona May - Costume Designer, Enchanted ,Clueless (film)[
- Leanne Marshall - Fashion Designer, Project Runway 5 Winner
- Kelli Martin - Fashion Designer, Project Runway 5 Finalist
- Lisa Kristine - Fine Art Photographer
- Surily Goel - Indian Fashion Designer, also designs for Bollywood films
Quick Facts
- Location:
- Southwest
- Setting:
- Large City Setting
- Type:
- For Profit
- Size:
- Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Students & Campus Life
- Full Time Students:
- 87%
- Athletic Programs:
- Unavailable
Expenses
- Average Tuition:
- $ 16,775
- Students Receiving Aid:
- 64%
Degree Programs at The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising- San Francisco
Associate's Level Programs
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Arts & Humanities
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Visual Arts
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Visual Arts
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Interior Design
A program in the applied visual arts that prepares individuals to apply artistic principles and techniques to the professional planning, designing, equipping, and furnishing residential and commercial interior spaces. Includes instruction in computer applications drafting and graphic techniques; principles of interior lighting, acoustics, systems integration, and color coordination; furniture and furnishings; textiles and their finishing; the history of interior design and period styles; basic structural design; building codes and inspection regulations; and applications to office, hotel, factory, restaurant and housing design.See more schools with programs in Interior Design
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Interior Design
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Visual Arts
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Visual Arts
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Business
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Fashion and Apparel
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Fashion and Apparel
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Fashion Merchandising
A program that prepares individuals to promote product lines/brands, and organize promotional campaigns, at the wholesale level to attract retailer interest, wholesale purchasing, and supply contracts. Includes instruction in wholesaling, wholesale advertising, selling, and customer relations.See more schools with programs in Fashion Merchandising
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Fashion/Apparel Design
A program that prepares individuals to apply artistic principles and techniques to the professional design of commercial fashions, apparel, and accessories, and the management of fashion development projects. Includes instruction in apparel design; accessory design; the design of men's', women's', and children's' wear; flat pattern design; computer-assisted design and manufacturing; concept planning; designing in specific materials; labor and cost analysis; history of fashion; fabric art and printing; and the principles of management and operations in the fashion industry.See more schools with programs in Fashion/Apparel Design
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Fashion Merchandising
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Fashion and Apparel
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Communication & Media
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Design & Visual Communications
A program in the applied visual arts that focuses on the general principles and techniques for effectively communicating ideas and information, and packaging products, in digital and other formats to business and consumer audiences, and that may prepare individuals in any of the applied art media.See more schools with programs in Design & Visual Communications
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Graphic Design
A program that prepares individuals to apply artistic and computer techniques to the interpretation of technical and commercial concepts. Includes instruction in computer-assisted art and design, printmaking, concepts sketching, technical drawing, color theory, imaging, studio technique, still and life modeling, communication skills and commercial art business operations.See more schools with programs in Graphic Design
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Design & Visual Communications
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| Percent of Students International: | 1% |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | Expenses | ||
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 16,775 | ||
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 16,275 | ||
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 500 | ||
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 3,369 | 22% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 5,814 | 6% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 6,878 | 63% | |
Any Aid: |
64% |
