Degree Level:

Bachelor’s

Degree:

Bachelor of Science

School:

School of Integrative Studies

Success in the competitive fashion industry demands both creativity and solid foundation in business and marketing.

Stephens College is ranked as one of the best fashion schools in the world. Stephens College was ranked the 6th “Best Fashion School in the World in 2019” by the Business of Fashion, London and the 22nd "Best Fashion School in the World" in 2022 by CEOWORLD magazine.

Our marketing and management program leverages our reputation for excellence and extensive alumnae network to prepare students for success.

Stephens graduates are among the best prepared in the industry. Our alumnae work as merchandise buyers, manufacturer’s representatives, visual merchandisers, store managers, public relations managers, merchandisers, planners and product developers. Many are also entrepreneurs.

Program Features

Prepare for a career in buying, merchandising or retail store management.
Develop the skills to launch your own business.
Work on portfolio-building real-world projects, collaborating with other fashion and creative majors.
Collaborate with local businesses on visual displays and promotions.
Get hands-on experience in assortment and merchandise planning.

The Collections

Produce and market The Collections, our annual student designer fashion show, a dynamic runway event established in 1944.

Learn more about the show

Impressive Networking Opportunities

Network with top industry professionals who visit Stephens every year, including prestigious designers invited by the Jeannene Booher Fashion Lecture Series.

See the Fashion Lecture Series

Study Abroad

Stephens students in the program often study abroad or complete internships in international fashion capitals for college credit. Scholarships may be available.

Office of Study Abroad

Costume Museum and Research Library

Be inspired by our Historic Costume Museum and Research Library, featuring more than 13,000 pieces, including designer garments from fashion icons Bill Blass, Chanel, Oscar de la Renta and Valentino.

Learn more about the museum

Faculty

Meet the Fashion faculty >

Notable Alumnae

Kelsey Benson ’11, Buy Planner, Nordstrom, Seattle, Washington
Ashley Bryant ’12, Omni Assistant Buyer, Macy’s, New York, New York
Kalynn Coy ’17, Content Marketing Coordinator, Menser & Co., Columbia, Missouri
Erin Ewy ’13, Business Analyst, Fine Jewelry, JC Penney, Plano, Texas
Shannon Forcade ’12, Key Account Sales Analyst, The North Face, Dallas, Texas
Sharhonda Hunter ’09, Product Development/Sourcing, Carter’s/OshKosh B’gosh, Atlanta, Georgia
Lizann LaGrange ’84, Store Director, Tory Burch, New York, New York
Angela LeVota ’10, Director of Retail Sales, Velvet by Graham & Spencer, Chicago, Illinois
Amanda Puccio ’10, Senior Account Executive, Cinq a Sept, Jaya Apparel Group, LLC, New York, New York
Alexis Roepe ’10, Assortment Planner, Hallmark Cards, Kansas City, Missouri
Caroline Sheridan ’13, Championship & PGA Member Merchandising Manager, PGA of American, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

The Collections 79th Annual Fashion Slideshow

To showcase this incredible up-and-coming talent, Stephens College has been producing The Collections, the annual student designer fashion show for 79 years.