Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt)
MassArt is a public college of visual and applied art in Boston, and the only publicly funded independent art school in the United States.
About the school
Founded in 1873, MassArt was the first art college in the United States to grant an artistic degree. It is a member of the Colleges of the Fenway and the ProArts Consortium, an association of seven Boston-area colleges for the visual and performing arts.
Fashion design
The Fashion Design department has been running since 1907 and awards a four-year BFA in Fashion Design on campus in Boston. Students learn digital and hand drawing, pattern drafting, garment construction, tailoring and couture techniques, trend forecasting and digital textile production, alongside sustainable practices.
The department lists industry partners including Levi Strauss, the Council of Fashion Designers of America, Eileen Fisher and Primark.
At a glance
Founded
1873
Location
Boston, Massachusetts
Type
Public college of art and design
Sources: Wikipedia; Official site (massart.edu). Details can change, so check with the school before applying.
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