Graduate Pathway in Fashion Design
Illinois State University
The Illinois State University Graduate Pathway program in Fashion Design will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Illinois State University.
Upon successful completion of the Pathway program and meeting university requirements for graduate admission, you may enter your next semester of study at Illinois State University.
Key Information
- A Pathway program provides academic, language and cultural support in order to succeed at a US university.
- Students will benefit from fully integrated classes with both domestic and other international students on campus while learning from highly trained university instructors and tutors.
Academic Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0. Students without background coursework in fashion design may be required to take up to 4 prerequisites to complete the program of study.English Language Requirements
TOEFL 79, IELTS 6.5, PTEA 53, Password 7, Duolingo 105, or TOEFL Essentials 8.5.Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.
2025/26 Academic Year
Spring semester dates: 5 January 2026 - 8 May 2026
Credit Number
Classes Title
Credit Units
Semester 1
FCS 329
Apparel Product Analysis
3 Credit Units
FCS 401
Theories and Contemporary Issues in Family and Consumer Sciences
3 Credit Units
IDS 431
Advanced Academic Skills for Graduate Students
3 Credit Units
FCS 497
Introduction to Research Methodology
3 Credit Units
IDS 401
Advanced Writing for Graduate Students
3 Credit Units
Total credit units
15 Credit Units
* These courses are generally delivered through the INTO Center and are for Pathway students only. Students must maintain 2.0 GPA per semester to remain in good academic standing.
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= Placement option availableA
= Study abroad option availableFamily & Consumer Sciences - Fashion Design-M.A.
3.0 GPA, No grade below B.
English level %: No grade below B
Additional Requirements
Family & Consumer Sciences - Fashion Design-M.S.
3.0 GPA, No grade below B.
English level %: No grade below B
Additional Requirements