How many colleges in Washington offer Fashion Design programs?

CampusPin currently lists 59 U.S. colleges and universities in Washington that offer Fashion Design programs. The list updates daily as institutions report new program offerings to IPEDS.

What's the tuition for a Fashion Design program in Washington?

Among the 50 Fashion Design programs listed in Washington, published in-state tuition ranges from $3,969 to $54,285 (median around $5,907). Public institutions are typically lower for in-state students than private ones. Always verify the current cost of attendance with each school before applying.

What jobs can a Fashion Design degree lead to?

A Fashion Design degree commonly leads to roles such as Fashion designers, Apparel / Technical Designer, Pattern Maker, Textile Designer. Typical pay (early-career; BLS figures are occupation-wide medians): $80,690 median for fashion designers (BLS, 2024).

Can I apply to a Fashion Design program in Washington with the Common App?

Many Fashion Design programs in Washington accept the Common Application. CampusPin tags each school's Common App acceptance, use the Common App filter on /results to narrow to programs you can apply to with one application.

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Fashion Design colleges in Washington

CampusPin lists 59 U.S. colleges in Washington that offer Fashion Design programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.

Fashion Design teaches the craft of conceiving and constructing apparel and accessories, suited to students who pair visual creativity with hands-on technical and production skills.

Schools in Washington that offer Fashion Design

Fashion Design programs in Washington: by the numbers

A quick comparison of the 50 schools (of 59 total) listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.

Schools listed

Public / private

34 / 16

Universities / 2-year

45 / 5

Cities represented

In-state tuition range

$3,969–$54,285

Median in-state tuition

$5,907

Lowest published in-state tuition

Northwest Indian College

$3,969

Most selective

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

43% acceptance

Largest by enrollment

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

67,801 students

Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.

What you'll study in a Fashion Design program

Fashion sketching and illustration
Pattern making and draping
Sewing and garment construction techniques
Textiles, fibers, and material selection
Color theory and design principles
Computer-aided design (CAD) for fashion
Trend research, history of fashion, and the business of fashion
Portfolio development and a senior collection

Where a Fashion Design degree can lead

Fashion designers
Apparel / Technical Designer
Pattern Maker
Textile Designer
Fashion Merchandiser / Buyer
Costume Designer

Typical pay: $80,690 median for fashion designers (BLS, 2024)

A Fashion Design major, usually a bachelor's degree, covers sketching and fashion illustration, pattern making, draping, sewing and garment construction, textiles and materials, color and design theory, and computer-aided design (CAD). Programs typically include the study of fashion history, trend research, and the business of fashion, and most culminate in a portfolio and a senior collection that students present to faculty and industry reviewers. Internships with design houses, manufacturers, or retailers are common.

Graduates develop, design, and produce clothing, footwear, and accessories, working through the full cycle from concept sketches and material selection to fittings and production specs. A bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for fashion designers, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; a graduate degree is generally not required, and a strong portfolio carries significant weight in hiring. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 2% employment growth for fashion designers from 2024 to 2034, and reports a 2024 median annual wage of $80,690 for the occupation.

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