Stephens College
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Costume Design

Columbia, USA

DEGREE TYPE

Bachelor's degree

DURATION

3 years

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Full time

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

* rolling admission; for optimum scholarship consideration: priority admission I: apply by November 1; priority admission II: apply by February 1

Key Summary

About : The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Costume Design focuses on equipping students with the necessary skills in costume creation and design. The course emphasizes both historical and contemporary techniques in costume design for film, theatre, and other performance mediums. Students will engage in practical workshops and projects, enhancing their creativity and technical proficiency in various materials and methods.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers as costume designers, wardrobe supervisors, or costume technicians. Opportunities exist in film, theatre, and television production, as well as in fashion design and related fields.

Significant production opportunities challenge and inspire while helping students build a body of work and prepare for career success.

The Stephens College BFA in Costume Design develops professionals who are prepared to take on their next role — whether that is a position with a major national or regional theater company, fashion design firm, a competitive apprenticeship or fellowship, or prestigious MFA program.

Program Features

Accelerated BFA program — 3 years/2 summers (8-semester program).
Collaborations with students in Technical Theatre and Stage Management, Fashion Design, and Digital Filmmaking programs — for a comprehensive learning experience.
Varied production schedule across a wide range of styles and genres.
Significant schedule of nationally and regionally recognized guest actors, directors, and designers.