Program Overview

October 7 , 2024 - April 2025

  • October 6, 2024

    Virtual Orientation Day

    Time: 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM EST

    View Orientation Recap

  • October 7 - October 12

    Virtual Week: Assignment 1 (due October 13th)

    First day of in-person classes is on October 14th.

    View Assignment 1

  • October 14 - October 19

    Virtual First Day of Class

    Design Lecture Class

    Join Virtual Class

  • October 21 - November 23

    Designer Mood Board Presentations

    Sewing I

    Constructions I

    Textiles I

  • November 24 - November 30

    NO CLASS! The University will be closed for Thanksgiving break.

    Use this time to study and practice at home.

  • December 2 - December 21

    Illustrations I

    Patternmaking I

    Construction II

  • December 22 - January 5

    NO CLASS! The University will be closed for Christmas/New Year's break.

    Use this time to study and practice at home.

  • January 6 - February 1

    Textiles II

    Construction III

    Final Projects/Open Studio

  • February 2 - February 9

    Feb 9th: Beginner Portfolio Photoshoot

    All garments must be complete and submitted on February 8th! No exceptions.

  • February 10 - February 22

    Feb 22nd: Placement Exam Due

    The Placement Exam is for those who are seeking retail and internship placements for the Spring/Summer 2025. This is optional.

  • February 23 - March 1

    Completion of Beginner Collection Celebration

    Full information including date, time and location is to be announced.

  • March 3 - March 9

    Retail Placement Period

    Final Garment Selections for Retail Placement

    Garment pickup dates will be announced via email.

  • March 10 - March 29

    Internship Placement Prep

    Beginner Portfolio Distribution

    Interview Prep for Spring/Summer 2025 Internship Placements

  • April 1

    Spring/Summer 2025 Internship Placement Period Begins

    Students selected for Internship Placement will be announced via e-mail.