Jonathan Tam
Description: FIDM Campus in LA
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(Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising)
I chose this school because they are a well known fashion school and have many campuses in California in well populated cities.
FIDM
FIDM’s focused curriculum integrates creative and leadership skills to develop graduates for the global industries of Fashion, Visual Arts, Interior Design, and Entertainment. Combined with these skills, FIDM graduates value ethical choices, demonstrate an awareness of cultural diversity, communicate effectively, think critically, and possess the knowledge of technology essential to their professions.
Locations:
Los Angeles Campus
919 South Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90015-1421
General: 800.624.1200
Admissions: 213.624.1201
Admissions FAX: 213.624.4799
In-state/out-of-state toll-free:
800.624.1200
Orange County Campus
17590 Gillette Avenue
Irvine, CA 92614-5610
General: 949.851.6200
Admissions: 949.851.6200
FAX Number: 949.851.6808
In-state toll-free:
888.974.3436
San Francisco Campus
55 Stockton Street
San Francisco, CA 94108-5829
General: 415.675.5200
Admissions: 415.675.5200
FAX: 415.296.7299
In-state/out-of-state toll-free:
800.422.3436
San Diego Campus
350 Tenth Avenue, 3rd Floor
San Diego, CA 92101
General: 619.235.2049
Admissions: 619.235.2049
Fax: 619.232.4322
In-state/out-of-state toll-free:
800.243.3436
18 Exciting Majors:
At FIDM, every program leads to a degree. FIDM offers the following degrees: Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts Professional Designation, and Associate of Arts Advanced Study, as well as a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management.
• Merchandise Marketing
• Merchandise Product Development
• Beauty Industry Merchandising & Marketing
• Apparel Manufacturing Management
• International Manufacturing & Product Development
• Interior Design
• Graphic Design
• Digital Media
• Visual Communications
• Fashion Design
• Textile Design
• Fashion Knitwear Design
• Jewelry Design
• Footwear Design
• Theatre Costume Design
• Film & TV Costume Design
• Entertainment Set Design & Decoration
• Business Management
Special Events, Fashion Shows, and Activities Offered Besides School:
Debut Show
Students from all FIDM campuses are encouraged to attend the Debut Show, which is held in Los Angeles each winter quarter. Debut showcases graduates' work from FIDM's Advanced Study Fashion Design, Theatre Costume Design, Interior Design, and Graphic Design programs.
Developmental Workshops
Each quarter, Student Activities offers a variety of leadership, personal, professional and career development workshops that help to enhance the students experience and growth outside the classroom. Dining Etiquette, Wellness Week, Civic Awareness, Stress Management, Cultural celebrations, and Fashion District Tours, are just a few of the many workshops offered.
Industry Events & Speakers
Industry related events give students an opportunity to become familiar with a variety of positions and how their classroom knowledge relates to the real world. These events are a platform for students to network with industry professionals and to obtain first-hand knowledge of their professional experience.
The MODE
The MODE is a publication written by students interested in promoting awareness in the design industries, student life, and current events. Students from all majors are requested to submit articles of interest. The Mode is published bi-quarterly and submissions are accepted from students at all FIDM campuses. See your campus Student Activities Coordinator for more information.
Textile Design Exhibit
Fashion Knitwear Design and Textile Design students exhibit their portfolios and design collections in the third floor Museum windows of the Los Angeles campus each year. The exhibit focuses on the creative aspects of printed fabric and knitwear design.
What do you have to do to get into the school?
Step 1: Send a Official Transcript
Step 2: Obtain THREE RECOMMENDATIONS from teachers, counselors or employers.
Step 3: Write your ADMISSIONS ESSAY (2 PAGES MAXIMUM)
Step 4: ENTRANCE REQUIREMENT PROJECT - Select your major from the list below for specific instructions. An application may be submitted without the project, but acceptance can only be determined when the project submission (if applicable) and all necessary application materials are reviewed.
• Apparel Manufacturing Management
• Beauty Industry Merchandising & Mktg.
• Digital Media
• Fashion Design
• Graphic Design Interior Design
• Merchandise Marketing
• Product Development
• Textile Design
• Visual Communications
• Jewelry Design
Step 5: Pay your Application Fee
Step 6: Complete your Application Form
Step 7: SEND IN THE APPLICATION MATERIAL!!
Tuition:
Depending on the type of major and the classes that you take at FIDM. One year at FIDM with 45 units (9 months of school) averages about $25,000-$35,000 depending on the major you take. Four years would average to about $100,000 to - $140,000 also depending on the major you take.
Financial Aid:
FIDM offers financial aid through scholarships and grants of their own. You can also apply for government grants and loans.
Government Aid
• Federal Pell Grants
• Federal SEOG Grants
• Federal Perkins Loans
• Federal Stafford Loans
• Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
• Additional Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
• Federal Plus Loans
• Federal Work / Study Program
• California State Aid
o Cal Grant A
o Cal Grant B
o Cal Grant C
To be considered for financial aid, a student must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and return it to the college.
Scholarships:
The FIDM Scholarship Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit organization established to retain and support talented students. Awards range from $1,000.00 to full tuition grants depending upon the funds available from the Foundation and the number of applicants for the scholarships. You can obtain FIDM scholarships by signing up through the FIDM Scholarship Foundation Inc.
Room and Board:
There is a one-time $300 Housing Placement Fee.
All apartments are 2 BR/2 BA units. The same rates apply to all properties.
Shared bedroom / shared bath $2950 per student / per quarter
Private bedroom / private bath $5900 per student / per quarter
Conclusion
Overall, I have positive thoughts on FIDM. It is a widely known school all over California for their fashion and has been recognized on shows such as Project Runway and the Hills. They offer many majors that can suit anyone and they are located in the prime cities of California where the fashion trends begin. If I was going to attend this school, I would be interested in Fashion Design because I like wearing clothes and it would be a cool way to incorporate my ideas into them. This school is diverse and has small classes so you would have lots of one on one time with the teacher unlike other schools which has a bad student to teacher ratio. Although this is a school for arts, the school also has many activities that you could join. They even have sports teams which might not even enter into your mind when you think of an art school.
