Welcome to the Apparel Design & Merchandising Program at San Francisco State University! Our Bachelor of Science degrees are designed to ignite your passion for fashion and equip you with the skills needed to thrive in the dynamic world of apparel design and merchandising.
We offer two concentrations, one in Design and one in Merchandising, where students explore human behavior, social problems and environmental concerns, interpreting influences and outcomes for the globally interdependent fashion industry.
Why Choose Our Program?
- Innovative Curriculum: Our courses blend creativity with practical skills, covering everything from fashion illustration and textile science to retail management and sustainable practices.
- Industry Connections: Benefit from our strong ties with leading fashion brands and retailers, providing you with invaluable internship and networking opportunities.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Learn and create in our cutting-edge labs and studios, equipped with the latest technology and tools used in the fashion industry.
- Experienced Faculty: Our professors are industry experts and dedicated educators who bring real-world experience and insights into the classroom.
- Diverse Student Body: Our program attracts students from diverse backgrounds, fostering a vibrant and inclusive learning environment that prepares you to succeed in a global industry.
- Vibrant Location: Study in the heart of San Francisco, a city renowned for its diverse fashion scene and innovative spirit.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of our program are well-prepared for a variety of exciting careers, including fashion design, merchandising, product development, and fashion marketing. Our alumni have gone on to work for top companies and launch successful independent brands.
Join Us
Embark on a creative journey that will shape your future in fashion at one of the largest public fashion schools in California. Apply now to the Apparel Design & Merchandising Program at San Francisco State University and turn your passion into a profession!
Change of Major to B.S. in Apparel Design & Merchandising (ADM)
The B.S. in ADM-Design or ADM-Merchandising invites current students to submit a change of major request online by completing the following steps:
- Go to SF State’s home page and select the Login link to log into SF State Gateway/MySFSU.
- Log in with your SF State ID or E-mail and SF State Password.
- Your SF State Gateway home page displays. Click the Schedule / Classes link under the Student section and click to Student Center.
- The SF State Student Center displays. Under the other academics pull down section, select Change Major from the drop-down menu. Click the Go button.
- The Change of Major/Minor page appears.
- To proceed, click the Next button at page bottom.
- A new page displays your current major and click on the change of major button.
- Requested College - Click 38 CHSS.
- Requested Major – Click Either
- Apparel Des/Merch: Design - B.S.
- Apparel Des/Merch: Merch – B.S.
- Click Submit Button.
- You will receive a welcome email from our department with an email address of your new major advisor – Please note that you must check Gateway in order to access this email. Please send your advisor an email to set up a time to discuss your academic advising plan.
- After this meeting, you will be added to the ADM major.
- A confirmation of your request will be sent to your SF State email account.