Textile Science integrates the development, acquisition, distribution and utilization of textiles. This option brings together the study of basic sciences and technologies, application of management principles, the perspective of history as well as the fine art of design in a rich, challenging learning environment.

The department's main objective is to prepare students for successful careers in the global textile and apparel industries. Read more about our study abroad opportunities here.

Outcomes: What's in it for you?

With a degree in Textiles, Merchandising and Fashion Design, careers are possible in:

• Textile Testing Analyst
• Product Development
• Training Specialist
• Quality Assurance Specialist
• Quality Assurance Analyst
• Technical Sales

Points of Difference

• Nationally ranked, award winning program approved by the American Collegiate Retail Association.
• Student honors and awards at juried design competitions.
• Nationally and internationally recognized faculty scholars in merchandising, textile science and apparel and textile design.
• Hands-on experiences through study tours, community service and internships with cooperating retailers, manufacturers and designers throughout the United States and abroad.

Resources

The textile laboratories are fully equipped with instrumentation used in the chemical, physical and optical analysis of textiles. This allows students an opportunity to have hands-on experience and to pursue individual research interests and study.

Student Organizations

Montage is a student organization for all Textiles,Merchandising and Fashion Design majors. Activities at the monthly meetings include guest speakers, planning for fashion shows and gallery exhibits, and fundraising. And, of course, social events that encourage close relationships between design, merchandising, and textile science majors.