Fashion Merchandising majors are prepared for a variety of careers in the fashion industry including: retail management, buying, planning, allocating, fashion marketing and promotions. Students gain valuable hands-on experience through computer-based assignments, cutting-edge merchandising technology, internships, and study tours. Majors are required to complete a business administration minor to enhance their preparation for the fashion industry. Students may pursue a planning and presentation concentration.
The opportunities are abundant! If a fast-paced, ever-changing environment appeals to you, then look no further than a major in Fashion Merchandising. Fashion Merchandising majors explore all areas of fashion from manufacturing to retailing and investigate a variety of products from concept to consumer.
Available Concentration
Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences (B.S.F.C.S.) Major in Fashion Merchandising (Planning and Presentation Concentration)
Expected October 2025
Start date
September 2025
Texas State University
601 University Drive,
SAN MARCOS,
Texas,
78666, United States
Students must have attended at least two years of school in the U.S. must provide SAT/ACT scores and meet regular freshman admission standards are as follows: Four credits of English; Four credits of Math; Four credits of Science; Three credits of Social Studies; Two credits of Foreign Language; One credit of Fine Arts; One credit of Physical Education.
Minimum Score for Regular Admission: Total: 78 (Each Section: 19; Except Writing: 18), TOEFL PBT: Total: 550, IELTS (Overall: 6.5; Each Section: 6.0), GCE/GCSE/IGCSE: Grade of "C", WASSCE: Grade of "B3".
An International Baccalaureate grade of 4 or higher in English A1 or A2 at the Higher Level or Standard Level or English B at the Higher Level is required for regular admission (predicted or actual).
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.