Study Master of Arts in Family and Consumer Sciences - Textile and Apparel Studies at Western Michigan University in the USA, College of Education and Human Development
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Master of Arts in Family and Consumer Sciences - Textile and Apparel Studies

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What will I learn?

The Master of Arts in Family and Consumer Science (Textile and Apparel Studies Concentration: Fashion Merchandising and Design) offers a flexible program for students interested in preparing for advancement within key sectors of the fashion industry. The program is appropriate for students interested in pursuing management level positions in organizations that design, produce and market apparel and related products. The program also serves students planning to pursue a doctorate in preparation for a career in academia. The program offers a personalized approach to advanced study in fashion merchandising and design. Students will work closely with graduate faculty to develop a plan of study and individual research agenda to capitalize on your educational background and professional experience and interests.

Which department am I in?

College of Education and Human Development

Study options

Full Time (3 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$15,240.00 per year
Books/Supplies- 676

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

May 2026

Venue

Main Campus

Kalamazoo, MI,

Kalamazoo,

Michigan,

49008, Midwest, United States

Full Time (3 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$15,240.00 per year
Books/Supplies- 676

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

May 2027

Venue

Main Campus

Kalamazoo, MI,

Kalamazoo,

Michigan,

49008, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Possess a Bachelor of Science from an approved accredited school and a major closely related to the selected concentration.
Have a minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the last two years of undergraduate work (child life requires an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale). Non-degree, probationary status may be granted to students with a GPA between 2.5 and 2.99 in the last two years of undergraduate work. Students with that GPA range may establish eligibility for regular admission to WMU by completing nine credit hours of approved graduate-level courses toward their M.A. with a grade of “B” or better in each course.

Minimum English proficiency test scores:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 80 iBT

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: 6.5

Pearson Test of English, Academic Module (PTE): 54

Michigan English Test (MET): 57

Application deadlines:

Fall: April 1; Spring: August 1

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University offers career-focused degree programs which propel students into meaningful careers in their specialty.

  • 9/10 students employed in jobs they like (WMU Outcomes, 2024)
  • Top 100 for graduate programs in five fields (USNWR, 2025)
  • 16:1 student-faculty ratio, (WMU Common Data Set, 2024)
  • 93% of students join Experience-Driven Learning (WMU, 2024)

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