1969
Los Angeles, CA

About FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising offers unique and professionally stimulating undergraduate and graduate programs fueling students to enter creative industries worldwide.  This is a private institution with a sustaining goal of providing hands-on, entrepreneurial training to prospective individuals.  Earn an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree with a community devoted to the future of creativity and design.

FIDM distance learning programs are available to nontraditional students seeking flexibility and accessibility in scheduling.  Earn an online associate of arts degree or take on professional studies in merchandising and marketing.  Explore online bachelor’s programs in business management as well.  Courses hold the same quality as traditional on-campus programs, and are available in fully online and blended formats.       

Benefits of distance learning at FIDM:

  • Online learning is collaborative
  • Online career advisors
  • Highly valuable internship opportunities

Accreditation & Licensing

FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is accredited by:

WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

Type:

4-year, Private for-profit

Highest Level Offered:

Master's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Not applicable

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 2,059 ; Graduate: 56

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 2% ; Graduate: Less than 1%

Graduation Rate:

67%

Transfer Rate:

3%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$49,840

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$13,734

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

67%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$11,703

Yellow Ribbon Program:

Yes

Geographic and Educational Overview

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FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is located in California

California at a Glance:

State flag of CA
Sacramento
39,512,223
163,696 sq mi
10
120
113
$14,000.00

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Top Career Pathways in California:

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Online Programs offered by FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

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Art & Liberal Arts

Associate of Arts in Merchandising & Buying