Providence Fashion Schools & Programs

Johnson and Wales University offers an associate degree program in fashion merchandising that focuses on retailing, fashion forecasting, and textiles. The famous Rhode Island School of Design offers a BFA in apparel design that prepares its students to meet the highest requirements of the fashion industry. For students wanting to pursue a master's in fashion merchandising, the University of Rhode Island is a good option in nearby Kingston.


Fashion Schools, Programs & Courses in Providence
Subjects listed are highlights of programs and/or courses offered.


Why Providence is a Great Place to Study Fashion

Most fashion-related job opportunities in Providence are retail-based. Fashion students and professionals seeking employment will find many options at Providence Place Mall, located in downtown Providence. The mall is home to over 170 stores, including various specialty apparel stores and large department stores. If retail isn't right for you, Reebok, a major athletic footwear and apparel company, also offers many opportunities at its headquarters located about 30 minutes away in Canton, Massachusetts.


Other Resources for Fashion Education and Careers in Providence
  • Providence Fashion Industry Meetup Group
  • Diversity Working Providence Fashion Job Board
  • Providence Beauty and Fashion Forum
  • Fashion - Employers in Providence
  • Burlington Coat Factory
  • Donnelly's of Rhode Island
  • JCPenney
  • Providence Place Mall
  • Reebok

  • Fashion - Internship Opportunities in Providence
  • Johnson and Wales Internship Program
  • Kohl's
  • Nordstrom
  • Sears
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