OSU design and merchandising ranked top 50 in U.S.

Thursday, February 13, 2025

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The Oklahoma State University Department of Design and Merchandising program continues to rank among the top schools and colleges in the U.S., according to Fashion-Schools.org.

OSU's fashion merchandising program ranked No. 40 nationally and secured a prestigious third-place position in the Southwest region. In fashion design, OSU ranked No. 36 among all fashion design schools nationally and fourth in the Southwest region. The program also achieved the No. 13 spot among public fashion design schools in the country.

Ranking factors include admission data, graduation success, reputation and an extensive proprietary survey conducted with school and industry stakeholders.

OSU has a longstanding national reputation as a premier option for students seeking careers in fashion design and technology, fashion merchandising and interior design. Strong industry connections inform the curriculum, and students gain valuable career experience through professional development opportunities, study abroad courses and internship placements with top industry professionals. Students also have access to state-of-the-art technology and participate in cutting-edge research that is helping shape the future of the industry.

"Our fashion department continues to set the standard for excellence," said Dr. Lynn Boorady, head of the Department of Design and Merchandising. "This recognition is a testament to our faculty’s dedication, our students’ passionate creativity, and our commitment to innovation in fashion education."

Story By: Jillian Walker | jillian.walker@okstate.edu