Sanford-Brown College has many locations; the one in Farmington, Connecticut offers a degree in fashion design and merchandising. The school says that its curriculum depends on the vision of fashion merchandising professionals to recognize trends and develop displays that are appealing to consumers. Although tuition varies with time and degree, the school can connect students with information about Pell grants and federal and private loans.
Sanford-Brown College-Farmington
270 Farmington Ave.
Farmington, CT 06032
866-293-9171
sanfordbrown.edu
Based in Norwalk, CT, the Design Education Cooperative (DECO) is the professional education program of the World Fashion Council. Although not an accredited college, the cooperative offers certificate programs for workshops taught by industry professionals. Class sizes are restricted for an intimate learning experience. A block of ten hours of private workshops costs $650. All students who wish to enroll in the workshops must complete a student application form.
Design Education Cooperative
24B Monroe St.
Norwalk, CT 06850
203-345-0030
worldfashioncouncil.org
The University of Bridgeport offers a bachelor of science degree with fashion merchandising as a major (121 credits), or a student can minor in it. Each student is required to do a supervised industry internship program at approved retail outlets including prestigious New York stores. The University participates in a variety of different public and private programs that offer loans, grants, and scholarships.
University of Bridgeport
126 Park Ave.
Bridgeport, CT 06604
203-576-4098
bridgeport.edu