Our driving force has been to stay focused on our goal — creating an educational environment where students can learn and grow, a school that fuses student desires with career realities. We never lose sight of this goal. We are in constant contact with industry leaders. For over 48 years we've had our fingers on the pulse of emerging industry needs. It's a process of give-and-take with the creative community.
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Our graduates own thriving fashion, graphics, and interior design companies. They're in charge of merchandising and buying for major department stores. Some work as cosmetics executives, design sportswear, textiles, or haute couture, while others create costumes for Emmy ® -and Oscar -nominated films. ® Everything we do, from curriculum to career services, is geared toward ensuring that our students graduate with the skills and work experience necessary for success in their chosen field.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
8 President's Message
13 Quick Facts
14 FIDM's Mission
16 Accreditation
17 Advisory Board
18 Programs of Study
20 Associate of Arts Programs
24 Apparel Industry Management
28 Beauty Marketing & Product Development
32 Digital Media
36 Fashion Design
40 Footwear Design & Development
44 Graphic Design
48 Interior Design
52 Jewelry Design
56 Merchandising & Marketing
60 Merchandise Product Development
64 Social Media
68 Textile Design
72 Visual Communications
76 Advanced Study Programs
76 Beauty Industry Management
78 The Business of Denim
80 Entertainment Set Design & Decoration
82 Fashion Design
84 Film & TV Costume Design
86 International Manufacturing & Product Development
88 Menswear
90 Theatre Costume Design
92 Bachelor of Science Programs
92 Apparel Technical Design
94 Business Management
96 Bachelor of Arts Programs
96 Creative Industry Studies
98 Design
102 Digital Cinema
104 Fashion Knitwear Design
106 Graphic Design
108 Interior Design
110 Professional Studies
112 Social Media
114 Master of Business Administration
116 Course Descriptions
162 Faculty
190 Policies & Regulations
192 Admissions Process
193 Financial Aid
193 Government Aid Programs
194 Private & Institutional Scholarships
194 General Guidelines for Financial Aid
196 Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Requirements
199 Student Loan Information
204 Information Schedule of Charges
213 Cancellation, Withdrawal, & FIDM Refund Policy
214 Refund Policy Return of Title IV Funds
215 Academic Information & Policies
217 Transfer Credit Policies
223 Student Rights
227 Facilities and Equipment
233 FIDM eLearning System
233 Student Conduct & Responsibilities
237 Student Services
239 Student Advisement
239 F-1 Visa International Students
241 Campus & Personal Safety
242 General Information
243 Student Activities
245 Graduation
248 Campus Life & Resources
250 FIDM Library
252 Housing
253 Career Development
254 Internships
255 Industry Partnerships
256 eLearning
257 Study Abroad
258 Student Activities
259 Giving Back
260 Notable Guests
262 Museum & Galleries
263 DEBUT Runway Show & LA Fashion Gala
264 Los Angeles Campus
266 San Francisco Campus
268 Orange County Campus
269 San Diego Campus
270 California
271 Alumni
272 Administration & Staff
274 Academic Calendar
276 How to Stay Connected
277 How to Apply
278 FIDM Campuses