Quick—Affordable—Quality
Don’t waste your money on more expensive schools and don’t risk delaying your education by enrolling with a community college that may not always offer the classes you need to graduate on your schedule. Choose McKinley and accelerate your career, expand your skill-set and increase your earning potential with our accredited Fashion Merchandising Degree.
McKinley College’s Fashion Merchandising Degree program will help you turn your interest in fashion into a career. Unlike many fashion programs we focus on both the business and creative aspects of the field. Learn the business side of fashion and work as buyer. Or tap into your creative side and work in fashion design. An associate degree will give you a competitive edge in the job market.
- Earn up to $55,000 a year*
- Enjoy job security
- Work in a growing industry
- Enjoy a career doing what you love
- Earn your degree in as little as 16 months
Flexible scheduling
Many schools force you to work on their schedule giving little regard to your scheduling needs. With our flexible scheduling options, you control when you graduate because you always take classes that fit in your schedule and never need to wait for another class to open. There’s always an option to take a class.
Experienced Faculty
Our Fashion Merchandising faculty each hold advanced degrees in the Fashion Merchandising field and know what employers are looking for. They have worked in the field and understand what you need to know to excel. Plus, one-on-one support makes learning easier than you ever thought possible.
Student-Centered Service
Unlike many professors who focus on research, our teachers focus on you. Our faculty teach, mentor and guide you throughout your educational journey so you’ll learn the skills needed to stand out in a competitive job market.
Career-Focused Classes
Since every class you take explores a different topic in depth and we don’t waste your time with costly electives, you can quickly master each concept and confidently enter the field with the skills you need for success. And, if you already have experience, consider testing out of certain classes with a Life Experience Exam.
Your McKinley College Degree program includes classes in:
- Principles of Retailing
- Fashion Textiles
- Global Buying
- Visual Merchandising
- Fashion Design
- Retail Buying
- Fashion Advertising & Promotion
- Consumer Behavior
- Brand Management
- Marketing Principles
- Fashion History and more
Begin your education and career journey today, with our Fashion Merchandising Degree program!
*With experience, based on figures from the U.S. Dept. of Labor’s BLS website.


