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Department of Design and Merchandising
College of Health and Human Sciences

Design and Merchandising Graduate Program Application Process Design and Merchandising Master's Program

Graduate School Application Deadlines

Our application deadlines

  • Fall Semester: May 15 (Feb. 1 for funding consideration)
  • Spring Semester: Oct. 15 (for funding consideration)
  • International students require more time for visas and travel arrangements. For more information, please visit the Office of International Programs.

Apply to the Design and Merchandising Master's Program

Applying to our Design and Merchandising graduate program requires a number of important steps. Please note that, to apply, individuals must have earned a four-year bachelor’s degree from a college or university accredited by one of the major regional accrediting agencies. Please take the time to read through the application process so you are prepared when it’s time to submit your application. Our Graduate Program Coordinator is available to answer any questions you can’t find on our website.

Choose Your Specialization

We offer two specializations that fall under our master’s program: Apparel and Merchandising and Interior Design.

Complete All Required Documents

Make sure you complete all the required documents before submitting your application. For our international students we have a few additional documents.

Submit Your Application

The Graduate School website takes you through the steps to complete your application online. You can also go straight to the Graduate Admissions application page if you are ready.

What Happens After I Apply?

Check Your Application Status

Once you have submitted your application, you can check the status at any time. This is a great way to ensure your application checklist is complete or check for updates.

Apply for Financial Aid

Assistantships, fellowships, and financial aid are available. The application deadline for assistantships are Feb. 1 for the fall semester and Oct. 15 for the spring semester.

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about GRE and TOFEL scores? Where do I mail my transcripts? Check the frequently asked questions page to get quick answers.