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Apparel Design and Merchandising

Learn more about studying Apparel Design and Merchandising as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Associate
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    10,740USD
  • Start date
    Jan
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What College of Alameda says about their program:

The Apparel Design And Merchandising (ADAM) Program offers fundamental and advanced training in fashion design from collection development through production. Our affordable, industry-driven curriculum meets current trends and technology in an ever-expanding field. Many classes reach maximum enrollment early. Register now so you can get the classes you need for your degree.

To analyze and identify current trends and trend forecasting, ADAM students receive a free, digital subscription to WWD (Women’s Wear Daily), the leading business publication for the fashion and beauty industries.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of High School/Secondary

English proficiency

  • TOEFL iBT

    61

  • IELTS 6

English proficiency scores are not required for admissions, however having a TOEFL score will help assess whether or not ESOL classes may be required prior to our placement test. Other accepted tests are Duolingo and iTEP scores. Scores must be within the last three years.

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Bank statement
  • Diploma(s) and transcript(s)
  • Medical examination form
  • Passport bio page
  • Personal essay detailing why you have chosen to attend the Peralta Colleges, your educational and career goals
  • Affidavit of support (Form I-134)
  • English proficiency score (optional)
  • Guided self-placement (GSP)
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Scholarships at College of Alameda

  • International Scholarship (Peralta Colleges Foundation)

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    A $500 award offered through the Peralta Colleges Foundation's unified scholarship portal, open to students at all four Peralta Community College District institutions, including College of Alameda. It is explicitly designed for F-1 international students: eligibility requires F-1 international student status, a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher and good academic standing, a minimum of 12 completed units at Peralta, at least one remaining semester, a completed Student Education Plan, and a letter of recommendation from Peralta faculty. Funds can be put toward tuition, fees, and other education-related expenses. Because the award is restricted to F-1 international students rather than to US citizens or permanent residents, it is a genuine international-undergraduate scholarship opportunity for College of Alameda students.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

  • Undergraduate tuition

    USD$10,740 per year

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What is the cost of living near College of Alameda?

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$2,356
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$2,272
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$137
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$72
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61· USA average
Monthly public transport pass$91
Monthly grocery basket$242
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$17
Gym membership$76

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for College of Alameda

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements