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Associate of Arts - Apparel Design and Mechandising

College of Alameda

Alameda campus — Alameda, California, United States

Study Level
Diploma · 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 11,890
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The College of Alameda's Apparel Design and Merchandising (ADAM) program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in the apparel industry. The apparel industry is the second largest industry in the United States. The San Francisco, Oakland Bay Area is one of the largest apparel manufacturing and retailing centers in the nation. Leading California companies in the area that employ ADAM graduates include Levi Strauss & Co., Old Navy, The Gap, Gymboree, Byer, Banana Republic, and Uniqlo. Upon completion of this program a student will be able to: Students will acquire the basic skills and knowledge needed to obtain, compete, and sustain gainful employment within the vast global field of the fashion industry. Students will be able to communicate and present themselves effectively with confidence in a diverse global fashion market. Design, sketch, cost and select appropriate fabric and trims for several outfits in various garment and price categories. Articulate in a clear written or oral dissertation the steps involved in the production pattern and size grading process. Analyze critically the rationale used in applying basic drafting principles, methods and techniques learned in class to the solving of new concepts and ideas. Develop a portfolio for an original clothing collection.
Faculty / school
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Field of study
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Credential
2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 11,890
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
15 November 2026
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Alameda campus

Alameda, California, United States

555 Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

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About the Institution

Founded in 1970, the College of Alameda has served more than 200,000 students and enjoys a well-deserved reputation for excellence in its academic, vocational, and student-support programs. Today, the College of Alameda is an small community college that is flexible to students' goals and intended outcomes. Whether students want to transfer to a four-year university, or fast track their career, the College of Alameda supports students to reach their educational and career goals at a price that is competitive. Academic programs at the College of Alameda offer flexible schedules to meet students...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.