Overview

The Fashion Industry Studies degree at Kent State University is designed to set you up for success in the fast-paced world of fashion. It is the only program of its kind in the US.

The Master of Fashion Industry Studies (M.F.I.S) is designed to help you stand out in the competitive fashion industry. During the program, you’ll work on projects with local, regional, national and/or international fashion companies to gain real world, industry experience.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Analyze the elements of a fashion industry problem and identify pertinent issues. (Critical Thinking)

Employ research methods with appropriate knowledge and technologies to solve industry problems. (Analytical Skills)

Analyze and synthesize collected data to generate pragmatic solutions through testing and experimentation that connect fashion history, theory and/or practice(s). (Problem-Solving Skills)

Use suitable technologies to make effective visual, spoken and written communications. (Professionalism and Communication)

Analyze the complex issues confronting organizations and generate solutions to industry problems that create long-term value and shared prosperity for the broad array of stakeholders. (Environmental and Social Responsibility)

Appraise the diverse viewpoints and various cultural factors to draw solutions for fashion industry problems. (Global Mindset)

Careers

The M.F.I.S. program is designed to set you up for success in the fast-paced world of fashion.

Fashion designers

Buyers and purchasing agents

Market research analysts and marketing specialists

Fashion entrepreneur

Supply chain director or manager

Assistant buyer

Inventory planning analyst

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods In The Fashion Industry

Fashion Systems Thinking

Global Consumer In The Fashion Industry

Fashion Industry Practicum

Entrepreneurial Leadership And Sustainability In The Fashion Industry

Circular Economy Strategies In The Fashion Industry

Historic Textiles

Fashion Industry Merchandise Management

Individual Investigation In The Fashion Industry

Sustainable Supply Chain And Life Cycle Assessment In The Fashion Industry

Fiber And Textile Innovation

Innovations In The Fashion Retail Industry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kent, United States

Disciplines

Fashion, Textiles and Luxury Goods Fashion Design View 77 other Masters in Fashion, Textiles and Luxury Goods in United States

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Minimum 3.000 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale

Official transcripts(s)

GRE or GMAT scores if GPA is below 3.000 for conditional admission

Résumé

Goal statement (maximum 1,000 words) relating career/academic goals and research interests as they relate to critical issue(s) the applicant has identified in current fashion industry practice

Supportive materials that demonstrate research and writing capabilities (e.g., significant term paper, research project report)

Design-focused applicants may also submit an optional visual portfolio with a minimum 5-10 examples of work in any media documenting the design process

Three letters of recommendation

English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20332 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20332 USD / year

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10706 USD / year

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Living costs

Kent

United States

1036 - 1710 USD / month

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Programme Structure

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Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

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