Start the journey of a lifetime surrounded by a community of exceptionally talented faculty and a student body driven to succeed in the creative industries.

creative industries. Become a part of something big by joining over 70,000 alumni who had the courage to pursue their dreams. Turn the page, and see who you're meant to be.

"Find a group of people who challenge and inspire you, spend a lot of time with them, and it will change your life forever." -AMY POEHLER

When you get accepted to FIDM, you join the FIDM family. We are more than a college. We are a community—with heart and soul—that fosters growth, friendships, and industry connections for life.

FIDM prepares students for professional careers in the creative industries using a project-based, industry-driven method that, while always evolving, has been successful for 50 years. We were the first college of its kind to offer a curriculum designed and taught by industry leaders.

Our Career Center posts 10,000 industry job leads per year and has contacts for 25,000 employers nationwide. You'll start building your network and resume from day one.

AS A STUDENT, YOU'LL…

JOIN professional organizations and clubs on campus, including FIDM MODE, a fashion, beauty, and design magazine written and produced by students.

LIVE in housing that feels independent but with dorm-like settings and services with resident advisors who live on site.

STUDY at campuses strategically located in the top industry centers in California.

GAIN real-world experience with hands-on classes and study tours that take you to key companies and manufacturers in California, New York, Europe, Asia, and more.

The CAREER CENTER will be your headquarters for as long as you work in the industries we serve— FASHION, BEAUTY, DESIGN, ENTERTAINMENT, and BUSINESS.

WELCOME TO FIDM, YOUR CAREER HOMEBASE, FOR LIFE.