Northridge,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Family and Consumer Sciences - Apparel Design and Merchandising in Northridge United States | California State University, Northridge
California State University, Northridge
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Northridge United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
14,304
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Science program in Family and Consumer Sciences offers specializations in Apparel Design and Merchandising or Consumer Affairs and Family Studies. This curriculum prepares students to analyze, integrate, and implement relevant knowledge, theories, and research to develop practical, research-backed solutions in their chosen FCS specialization.
This 33-credit graduate program consists of 18 core credits covering research methods, leadership, and essential FCS principles. Both specializations require 12 credits of focused coursework that builds professional and research skills through theoretical, practical, and applied learning. Students complete their degree with a 3-credit capstone experience, choosing between a comprehensive examination, research thesis, or creative project.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Hold a baccalaureate (bachelor's) degree from an officially accredited university or college in Family and Consumer Sciences, the option to which the student is applying, or a related field.
Have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or greater for courses taken in the bachelor's degree. Applicants with less than a 3.0 undergraduate GPA who can demonstrate evidence of academic acumen may submit their application for consideration.
Formal approval by the department, based on the complete application and supporting documents.
Submit the following documents with a formal application to the program through CSUN's Office of Admissions:
Resume
Personal statement of interest
Transcripts from undergraduate program
Duolingo English Test - 105
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL Internet Based score - 79, TOEFL Paper-based score - 550
Have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or greater for courses taken in the bachelor's degree. Applicants with less than a 3.0 undergraduate GPA who can demonstrate evidence of academic acumen may submit their application for consideration.
Formal approval by the department, based on the complete application and supporting documents.
Submit the following documents with a formal application to the program through CSUN's Office of Admissions:
Resume
Personal statement of interest
Transcripts from undergraduate program
Duolingo English Test - 105
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL Internet Based score - 79, TOEFL Paper-based score - 550
Tuition
USD
14,304