Textiles, Apparel & Merchandising Major
What is Textiles, Apparel & Merchandising?
Clothing is a necessity in all of our daily lives. The textiles and apparel industry is constantly seeking new ways of creating and marketing better products that achieve higher levels of sustainability. Having the right problem solving abilities and creative mindset are crucial when entering the dynamic field.
Why major in Textiles, Apparel & Merchandising At LSU?
Fashion and technology meet in the LSU Department of Textiles, Apparel Design & Merchandising. Students are equipped with advanced facilities and cutting-edge equipment to develop their personal style and influence textiles and apparel's design, development, and marketing.
Concentrations
The LSU Department of Textiles, Apparel Design & Merchandising offers a Bachelor of Science in textiles, apparel and merchandising with three areas of concentration. Within these concentrations, students will have an experience tailored to equip them with a competitive edge that is needed in the constantly changing fashion industry.
Apparel Design
Students will have the opportunity to refine their skills and gain expertise in developing new apparel for the production process while using high-tech equipment.
Merchandising
Students will be given an in-depth look into the world of retail and merchandising and how those interact with the clothing industry. Students will also gain expertise in business strategy, consumer behavior, and management.
Textile Science
Students who are interested in science and mathematics will find the perfect cross-over point in this concentration. They will learn to design develop and manufacture different types of fibers and fiber products that are currently used in the textile industry.
Careers in Textiles, Apparel & Merchandising
The Department of Textiles, Apparel Design & Merchandising prepares students to enter this vast and changing world through creativity and an eye to the future. Our students pursue careers in design, product development, marketing, and much more.
Some career opportunities include:
Apparel Designer
Brand Manager
Costume Designer
Digital & E-Commerce Specialist
Fashion Consultant
Fashion Journalist
Market Analyst
Merchandise Planner
Retail Buyer
Retail Marketing Specialist
Textile Designer
Visual Merchandiser
Wholesale Account Representative
Companies hiring LSU Textiles, Apparel & Merchandising graduates
Program Details
Department: Department of Textiles, Apparel Design & Merchandising
College: LSU College of Agriculture
Location: LSU, Baton Rouge
DEGREE TYPES
Bachelor of Science
degree plan
B.S. in Textiles, Apparel & Merchandising (4-year plan courses)
MINORS
Textiles, Merchandising & Apparel Minor (Courses)
undergraduate contact
Erica Woolard
Administrative Coordinator IV
ericaw1@lsu.edu
225-578-2448
For more information
Visit the Future Students page to learn more or to contact a recruiter.