Bachelor of Fashion Merchandising at West Virginia University

West Virginia University

United States of America, Morgantown

University Rank:#1001

The Fashion Merchandising at West Virginia University is a Full Time Bachelor program offered on the Morgantown campus in United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 4 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 16, 2027.

About Bachelor of Fashion Merchandising

The FDM minor exposes students to the merchandising activities of a highly dynamic industry. Core structures of production, distribution, and consumption are covered across the 18 required credit hours. Students can tailor the minor to their interests, focusing on up-chain or down-chain activities. Students also have the option to apply up to six credits earned studying abroad in the Disegno Italia program. A letter grade of "C" or better must be earned in all courses.

Minor Requirements
A minimum grade of C is required in all courses.
FDM 110	Introduction to Fashion Business	3
FDM 211	Introduction to Textiles	3
FDM 220	Fashion, the Body, and Culture	3
or FDM 221	Dress History: 1850-Present
FDM 360	Retail Merchandising	3
Select two of the following:
OR Participate in Disegno Italia Study Tour (6 credits; Summer Only)
FDM 411	Fashion Consumer Behavior	3
or FDM 412	Fashion Sourcing and Supply Chain Management
FDM 461	Omni-Channel Fashion Retailing	3
or FDM 460	Sustainability in Fashion
Total Hours	18

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Fashion Merchandising at West Virginia University

Entry Requirements

Must have at least a 2.5 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale for general admission.
Must meet English Proficiency or request conditional admission and admission to the Intensive English Program (IEP).
Please be advised that some Engineering majors may reach capacity and therefore will be restricted from entry.
For direct admission to some colleges and majors, SAT or ACT scores are required and must be sent to WVU directly from the respective testing services. Please review the program requirements. For all other majors, international students are encouraged but not required to submit SAT or ACT scores, if available. SAT/ACT scores are useful for determining scholarship eligibility.
WVU welcomes applications from students with IGCSE and O-Level Certificates from an approved UK exam board for admissions consideration. We require a minimum of five subject passes, of which two must be English and Mathematics. The average of the grades must be at least a 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale). A passing grade in the subject of English will be accepted as evidence of sufficient English ability.

English Requirements

PTEMin 53
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Fashion Merchandising at West Virginia University

Application Fee 60

How to Apply for Bachelor of Fashion Merchandising at West Virginia University

Review the admissions requirements, English Language Proficiency requirements (scores are for undergraduate levels only) and our undergraduate application deadlines.
To apply for an on-campus program, complete either the WVU Application or the Common App and include the nonrefundable fee of $65.

WVU Application The Common App
To apply for an online program, use the steps for WVU Online Campus applicants.
Have your Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic or Duolingo English Test scores sent to WVU.
Send the following information to WVU:
- Copies of all official academic records/transcripts in original language of issue (transcripts from U.S. institutions must be sent to WVU directly from the institutions).
- Copies of all academic certificates or diplomas in original language of issue.
Note: Original or certified copies of official records/transcripts must be submitted after admission or upon arrival.
- English translations of academic records/transcripts and certificates/diplomas.

Bachelor of Fashion Merchandising at West Virginia University

West Virginia University

United States of America, Morgantown