Also in Idaho: All fashion schools in Idaho
Two Idaho colleges report a program covering fashion design: the University of Idaho in Moscow and Brigham Young University-Idaho in Rexburg. Both offer bachelor’s degrees. This page compares their programs and costs and lists design programs in nearby states that Idaho students can attend at a discount through the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE).
Idaho fashion design at a glance
- 2 colleges offer fashion design: the University of Idaho (public) and BYU-Idaho (private).
- Lowest yearly cost after grants: BYU-Idaho, $6,560.
- University of Idaho 2026-27 tuition and fees: $9,824 for Idaho residents.
- State aid: the Idaho Opportunity Scholarship pays up to $3,500 a year.
Fashion Design programs in Idaho
| School | City | Type | Tuition (in-state) | Average net price | Program focus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigham Young University-Idahofederal data | Rexburg | Private | $4,944 | $6,560 | Design and merchandising |
| University of Idahofederal data | Moscow | Public | $9,400 | $15,321 | Design |
Source: tuition and average net price (yearly cost after grants, for students receiving federal aid) from College Scorecard, U.S. Department of Education, retrieved November 1, 2026. Program lists: IPEDS completions, 2022-23 and 2023-24. Each “federal data” link opens that school’s record.
What it costs
2 colleges in Idaho report a program covering fashion design. Net price, what students actually pay after grants, ranges from $6,560 at Brigham Young University-Idaho to $15,321 at University of Idaho, with a median of $10,940 a year. Net price includes living costs, so students who live at home usually pay less. Every Idaho option is on our guide to fashion schools in Idaho.
The two programs
University of Idaho (Moscow)
The University of Idaho offers a B.S. in Apparel, Textiles and Design. Students work in studios with industrial and home sewing machines, looms and body forms, and in an Apparel Technology Lab with 3D printers, laser cutters, patternmaking software and digital prototyping tools. Students get round-the-clock access to studios, equipment and software. Every student completes a Professional Development Experience: an internship, study tour, study abroad or research project. Seniors show their work at the Senior Apparel Design Showcase in May. The program page does not list a portfolio requirement.
For 2026-27, full-time tuition and fees are $9,824 for Idaho residents and $29,300 for non-residents (U of I cost of attendance).
Brigham Young University-Idaho (Rexburg)
BYU-Idaho offers a B.S. in Apparel Entrepreneurship that combines fashion design and merchandising with business. Courses include Apparel Construction, Pattern Making, CAD Pattern Making, Fashion History, Textile Science, Small Business Creation and Launching New Ventures. It suits students who want to start their own apparel business.
BYU-Idaho’s 2026-27 tuition depends on church membership: $2,544 per semester for Latter-day Saint students and $5,088 for others, at 12 or more credits (BYU-Idaho cost of attendance). The table above shows the federal figure.
Public, private or community college?
The one public college on this list averages $15,321 a year in net price, against $6,560 for the one private college. The exception worth noticing is Brigham Young University-Idaho, where aid brings the net price down to $6,560, below the public average. None of these programs is at a two-year college, so students who want to save money can take general education courses at a local community college first and transfer into one of the universities above.
Paying for it
The Idaho Opportunity Scholarship pays up to $3,500 a year, renewable for up to four years. It is need-based and requires a 2.7 unweighted GPA. For 2027-28, the application and FAFSA are due March 1, 2027. Ask BYU-Idaho whether the scholarship can be used there.
Design programs in nearby states (WUE)
Idaho is part of the Western Undergraduate Exchange, which lets students pay reduced tuition at participating colleges in other western states.
- Washington State University in Pullman, about 8 miles from Moscow, offers apparel design. See fashion design schools in Washington.
- Oregon State University offers an Apparel Design B.S. Its WUE scholarship is competitive. See fashion schools in Oregon.
- Utah State University offers an Outdoor Product Design and Development B.S. WUE students pay 150% of in-state tuition. See fashion schools in Utah.
- Central Washington University offers a Pacific Northwest Scholarship of $18,600 a year to Idaho residents with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Fashion design jobs in Idaho
| Job | Jobs in Idaho | Median pay in Idaho | U.S. median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fashion designers | Not published | Not published | $80,960 |
| Buyers and purchasing agents (all industries) | 1,610 | $69,240 | $77,710 |
Figures are from the BLS for May 2025 (Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics). The BLS does not publish fashion designer figures for Idaho because there are too few jobs to report.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest fashion design program in Idaho?
Brigham Young University-Idaho in Rexburg has the lowest net price on this list, $6,560 a year.
How many Idaho colleges offer fashion design?
2 colleges on our list offer a program covering fashion design, 1 of them public.
Do I need a portfolio for a fashion design program?
Most bachelor’s design programs ask for a portfolio or review one during the first year, while community college programs usually admit without one. Check each school’s requirements.
Does the University of Idaho require a portfolio?
Its program page does not list one. Applications are processed on a rolling basis through the university’s admissions office.
How much is BYU-Idaho tuition for fashion?
For 2026-27, BYU-Idaho charges $2,544 per semester for Latter-day Saint students and $5,088 for others, at 12 or more credits.
Schools identified via U.S. Department of Education IPEDS completions (fashion/apparel design CIP 50.0407, apparel and textiles 19.09). Tuition and average net price are from College Scorecard (retrieved November 1, 2026), the same figures as our Idaho guide. Program names, requirements and 2026-27 rates were checked on each school’s site on November 1, 2026. Wages are BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics for May 2025. See our methodology. Spot an error? Tell us.