Fashion Design

Ready to turn your passion for fashion into a career?

The ACC Fashion Design program can help you acquire the skills you need to succeed in the apparel industry. Our curriculum covers the core disciplines of design, technical design, and pre-production, preparing you for the creative & business sides of fashion.

As an Adobe Creative Campus, we integrate relevant technology into our courses. You’ll also learn 3D garment design through our partnership with Browzwear, a leader in the industry.

We offer two unique study abroad programs to broaden your global perspective: one in Paris, France, and another in Florence, Italy at the prestigious Polimoda.

The ACC Fashion Design program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), a global leader in business education. With open enrollment for introductory classes, you can start building your future in fashion today.

Build Expertise

The ACC Fashion Design program helps you master the skills needed for an entry-level position in the fashion industry. Our curriculum provides a comprehensive education that blends artistic creativity with professional discipline.

Design and Create

Develop and draft original fashion concepts by exploring a wide range of materials, silhouettes, prints, patterns, and textures. You will produce professional-quality apparel that meets industry standards.

Solve Problems

Apply critical thinking and creative problem-solving to challenges throughout the entire design and development process.

Communicate Your Vision

Effectively convey your design concepts at every stage. You will use industry-standard techniques, including pattern drafting, technical sketching, fashion illustration, and professional software.

Work Like a Pro

Cultivate the professional habits critical for the fast-paced fashion world, like prioritizing tasks, managing your time, and consistently meeting deadlines.

Programs

Fashion Design AAS

This is a two year course. You’ll earn an Associate in Applied Science degree (AAS) to build skills in design, draping, patternmaking, sewing and computer-aided design.

AAS Award Plan
Program Map

Level 1 Certificate

The Level 1 Certificate is self paced and lets you start off small. Each credit earned stacks toward the full AAS degree.

Certificate Award Plan
Program Map

Continuing Education

Taking a CE non-credit class is a flexible way to test your passion or upskill for your career before committing into a certificate or degree.

Continuing Education

Program Highlights

FUNDING YOUR FASHION FUTURE
Your journey can begin with zero cost

Scholarships
Free Tuition

NIGHT & WEEKEND CLASSES
Earn your degree while you work or while you’re in high school

Course Schedule

Opportunities

Internship

Internships give you hands-on experience, professional connections, and a clear path from classroom learning to real industry opportunities.

Internships

Study Abroad

We offer a unique study abroad opportunity designed to broaden your global perspective: a program at the prestigious Polimoda in Florence, Italy.  

Florence

Transfer Pathways

Meet with ACC academic specialists for guidance on transferring credits and continuing your studies at fashion universities like Texas State and Texas Tech.

Transfer Specialists

ACC Fashion prepares you for the real world of design, business, and innovation.

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