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2025 Best Fashion Design Associate Degree Schools in California

1 College in California
260 Associate Degrees
Fashion Design is above average in terms of popularity with it being the #124 most popular associate degree program in the country. This means you won't have too much trouble finding schools that offer the degree.

There was only one school in California to review for the 2025 Best Fashion Design Associate Degree Schools in California ranking. If you would like to see more options to choose from, check out the Best Associate Degree Schools in the United States ranking..

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Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Fashion Design Associate Degree Schools in California list, to help you choose the best school for you.

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Best Schools for Associate Students to Study Fashion Design in California

Learn about the top ranked colleges and universities for fashion design students seeking a an associate degree.

Top California Schools for an Associate in Fashion Studies

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Associate Degree Highest Degree Type
164 Annual Graduates

It's hard to beat FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising - Los Angeles if you want to pursue an associate degree in fashion design. Located in the city of Los Angeles, FIDM Los Angeles is a private for-profit school with a small student population.More information about a associate in fashion design from FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising - Los Angeles

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Best Fashion Design Colleges in the Far Western US Region

Explore all the Best Fashion Design Colleges in the Far Western US Area or other specific states within that region.

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
Washington 288 24
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Fashion Design is one of 9 different types of Design & Applied Arts programs to choose from.

Related Major Annual Graduates
Graphic Design 520
Interior Design 246
Game & Interactive Media Design 44
Visual Communications 39
Commercial & Advertising Art 28
Illustration 14

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