The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising is private institution that specializes in career education in the field of fashion. The school was founded in 1969 by Tonian Hohberg to offer students education and opportunities in this high demand field. The school has four campuses located in the cities of Los Angeles, Irvine, and San Francisco. The school offers modern facilities and constantly reviewed programs to ensure they remain up to date.
Students studying at FIDM will be able to choose from twenty two different majors, in order to pursue the area of fashion, as well as other design related fields. The school’s instructors are a combination of professor’s and industry professionals that work to prepare students for entry into the fashion industry. The school also provides exposure for students to acquaint them with design firms and labels, possibly leading to employment opportunities upon completion.
Programs offered include:
- Fashion Design
- Digital Media
- Graphic Design
- Interior Design
- Business Management
Los Angeles Location
The Los Angeles branch of The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising is located at 919 S Grand Ave. This campus has graduated about 1000 students over the last few years. This location offers services for students in the form of flexible courses for those with irregular schedules, career guidance & assistance to help students define their goals, and post-graduation job placement opportunities. To learn more, including the school's consumer disclosures, by visiting fidm.edu.
Programs Offered
The program list below was created by historical graduation information reported by the school. This list may not represent the current curriculum offered. Visit the school's website to get more information about programs offered.
Find more information about available programs offered by The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising – San Francisco by clicking the request information button to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Fashion Merchandising (A)
Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services (A, B)
Design and Visual Communications (A, B)
Fashion Design (A, B)
Industrial Design (A, B)
Interior Design (A, B)
Graphic Design (A, B)
Notes:
*The posted costs for tuition, fees and supplies are determined through historical data and may not represent current costs.
**Repayment rates, earnings, and loan payments are estimates and should be treated as informational tools only, contact the school for official information.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
Once scholarships, grants and other forms of aid are calculated, the expected average cost for students at this school is $36,500. In order to calculate a more personalized cost check out their cost calculator here. A fee of $25 is required from all applicants. The financial aid department provides information and resources for students seeking out financial options. Their phone number is (415) 675-5200. The financial figures shown on this page provide information regarding costs and fees at The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising – San Francisco, these numbers may change in a given year due to a variety of factors.
Note: Financial aid is only available for those who qualify, check with the school for details.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $34,000 per year
- For part-time students, charges are between $700-$830 per unit
- Required fees: $1,400
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 89% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 75% | $9,195 |
Receiving Student Loans | 75% | $7,489 |
Other Fashion or Art Schools
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising – San Francisco.
- Otis College of Art and Design in Costa Mesa, CA (346 miles away)
- The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in San Jose, CA (347 miles away)
- Interior Designers Institute in Santa Clara, CA (383 miles away)
- Design Institute of San Diego in Palm Desert, CA (449 miles away)
- American Institute of Interior Design in Mount Carmel, IL (665 miles away)