Fashion Merchandising in the domestic market: The fashion industry in Texas

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From April 1st, 2024 - May 1st, 2024 student applications will be open to travel from San Marcos, TX to the North Metropolitan Area of Texas

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Study in America Experience -

Embark on multiple educational voyages starting July 9th, 2024 through the vibrant fashion markets of North and South Texas, students delve into the beating heart of the industry. From the chic streets of Dallas to the eclectic pulse of Austin, and the cultural fusion in San Antonio, Houston's cosmopolitan flair, to the avant-garde in San Marcos, this journey intricately weaves together learning about fashion organizations, industry insights, and honing invaluable skills amid these dynamic Texan cities.

COURSE INFORMATION

To be admitted to this SIA program, you must enroll in the course option below:

OPEN TO ALL MAJORS

Any student can register for FM 4320, but priority will be given to Fashion Merchandising majors and minors

TRIP DETAILS

LOCATION

San Marcos, Texas
Dallas, Texas
San Antonio, Texas
Houston, Texas
Austin, Texas

DATES

July 9, 2024 - Departure Date

TRIP COSTS

Trip: $2,100
Airfare not included
*financial aid eligible*
*scholarship eligible*

Study In America Experience

Fashion Merchandising in Domestic Markets - Where the creativity comes to life!

The departure for this trip is dated July 9th, 2024, and will include multiple travel dates throughout the course. More information will be updated soon. Feel free to come back for more information later on!

** Field Trip

** Prerequisites will be waived**

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NEXT STEPS

STEP THREE

Applications reviewed by the Program Director & OXP

STEP FOUR

OXP notifies students with decision and next steps on May 15th, 2024

POLICIES

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Undergraduate in good standing at Texas State. 
  • Once you are approved and provided overrides to the SIA program, you are liable for both the course and program fee refund policy. 

 

Expand FAQ List

  • Costs

    • INCLUDES: 
      • Lodging
      • Group Meals
      • Transporation 
      • Excursions
      NOT INCLUDED: 
      • Personal Meals
      • Travel (Airfare) from Texas 
      • Personal Expenses - supplies/groceries 

  • Drop & Refund Policy

    • Drop Refund - Refunds for a dropped extension course are given according to university policy for regular university courses on campus.  Refer to the Registrar's Web site for more information.

    • Students are able to receive a refund on the Program Fee that falls within this refund schedule. This is separate from the refund deadlines associated with tuition costs.

      The following policy applies to students that drop/withdraw from the course/program -

      • 100% of the Program Fee is Refundable '45' days prior to the course start date.
      • 70% of the Program Fee is Refundable '44' days prior to the course start date. 
      • 50% of the Program Fee is Refundable after the first start date of the course. 

      Students that cannot complete the program and would like to appeal the refund policy, please contact the SIA Coordinator, for more assistance. 

      Please note: the course start date is not the first day of travel. 

  • Program Preparation

      • Students will need to provide their own transportation in the cities of Austin and San Antonio (as well as San Marcos, because it is listed as course location).
      • Transportation is provided from the hotel to all program sites in Houston and Dallas during the program.

    • Yes, Business Casual is expected during all program site visits (during the working hours of 8am-5pm – that is when the retailer visits take place, there is no dress code outside of the retailer visits)

    • Yes, students will have downtime everyday in Dallas and Houston – Austin and SA are day trip(s), so they may have a couple hours of down time in between visits.