Fashion Industry's Science & Technology
The B.A. in Fashion Industry's Science and Technology is for students with an eye for design, an acumen for trend-spotting, and an interest in sustainable fashion. By studying modern material development and cutting-edge technology, you'll learn how to apply sustainable fashion practices to a career in textile design, style direction, fashion merchandising or fashion journalism.
Retailing & Consumer Science
The B.S. in Retailing and Consumer Science combines the study of consumer behavior with a wide variety of merchandising specialties, such as marketing, management, technology and sustainable product development. You'll become a leader in global retailing, consumer products and customer experience, making you a top-tier applicant in careers ranging from media manager to merchandise buyer.
Fashion and Retailing & Consumer Science majors at the University of Arizona
Ready to become a leader in fashion and retail management? Connect with us to get a digital brochure on exclusive student resources, financial aid opportunities and sample 4-year plans.
College is a big investment, but a University of Arizona education may be more affordable than you think. No matter your background or family’s financial situation, you have options to make it manageable.
At Arizona, 9 out of 10 students receive financial aid. That means most students pay less than the estimates shown here. By maximizing your financial aid – scholarships, grants, loans, or work-study – you can lower your costs while earning a degree that will pay you back for a lifetime.
Estimated cost of tuition for first-year and transfer students:
- Arizona residents: $13,900/yr
- Non-Arizona residents: $42,300/yr
Get our guide to learn how students like you are funding their futures.
A degree in fashion or retail science prepares you for careers and graduate programs at the intersection of sustainable fashion, retailing and business. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the 2023 median pay for careers in this field were:
- Purchasing Managers, Buyers, and Purchasing Agents ($77,180 per year1): Buyers and purchasing agents buy products and services for organizations. Purchasing managers oversee the work of buyers and purchasing agents.
- Fashion Designers and Merchandisers ($79,290 per year2): Fashion designers create clothing, accessories, and footwear. Employers may prefer to hire creative candidates who have technical knowledge of the production processes for clothing, accessories, or footwear.
1U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2024d, April 17). Purchasing managers, buyers, and purchasing agents. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/purchasing-managers-buye…
2U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2024c, April 17). Fashion designers. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/fashion-designers.htm
Application requirements vary based on your status as a first-time, transfer, international, online or returning student.
- Students who haven't completed 12+ transferable post-high school college credits are considered a first-time college student, and must meet Arizona's core competency requirements to be eligible to apply.
- You are considered a transfer student if you have completed 12+ transferable post-high school college credits.
- If you are under the age of 22 at the start of your desired term, you will need to meet the core competency requirements and have a minimum 2.0 cumulative college/university GPA.
- If you are 22 or older at the start of your desired term, you will need a minimum 2.0 cumulative college/university GPA.
- SAT/ACT scores are not required for general admission.
- You have the option to submit a resume and 500-word personal statement during your application.
Get the guide to find out more details about the application process and deadlines.
Graduate Career Ready
Your degree gives you exclusive access to career prep resources like our premier Career Center, retail management internships, networking events with top brands, and the chance to study fashion in France or Italy — all available to you from day one.
$1,000,000+ in scholarships
The College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences offers $1 million in exclusive scholarships to our students. Combine these options with university scholarships and support from privately funded scholarships and you're well on your way to achieving your educational goals at a price you can afford.
400+ clubs to join
Find a home away from home where you can learn, grow and connect in any of the hundreds of available clubs, like:
- TREND Fashion Club: plans campus-wide fashion events and travels to the national MAGIC Fashion Trade Show.
- National Retail Federation Student Association (NRFSA): provides students with traveling and networking opportunities, case competitions, scholarships, and access to the latest industry news and research.
Ready to start your career in fashion and retailing?
From our welcoming local community to the sunshine gracing our campus, every corner holds the promise of new adventures and personal growth. Your journey to a lucrative career at the intersection of business, sustainability and fashion begins here. Sign up to discover what it means to be a part of the University of Arizona College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences.