Three Kentucky colleges offer fashion design or merchandising programs, based on U.S. Department of Education data. Published in-state tuition runs from $10,320 at Eastern Kentucky University to $13,502 at University of Kentucky. The table below compares them on cost, size, and program focus. Data updated July 2026.
Compare All 3 Fashion Schools in Kentucky
| School | City | Type | Tuition/yr | Net price/yr | Enrollment | Program focus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Kentucky UniversityLowest published tuition in the state: $10,320 in-state. | Richmond | Public | $10,320 | $11,040 | 12,318 | Merchandising |
| Western Kentucky UniversityLowest average net price in the state: about $10,990 a year after grants. | Bowling Green | Public | $11,652 | $10,990 | 12,155 | Design & Textiles |
| University of KentuckyThe biggest school on this list, with 24,763 students in Lexington. | Lexington | Public | $13,502 | $18,851 | 24,763 | Design & Textiles |
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How Much Does Fashion School Cost in Kentucky?
After grants, the average net price starts at about $10,990 a year at Western Kentucky University. 2 of the 3 schools net out under $15,000 a year. Always compare the net price column, not the sticker: for most students it’s the number that matters.
Fashion Schools in Kentucky: FAQs
What is the cheapest fashion school in Kentucky?
Western Kentucky University has the lowest average net price at about $10,990 a year, per U.S. Department of Education data. Eastern Kentucky University has the lowest published tuition at $10,320 in-state.
How much does fashion school cost per year in Kentucky?
Published in-state tuition runs from $10,320 to $13,502. Average net price after grants ranges from about $10,990 to $18,851 a year.
Which Kentucky schools offer fashion design?
These schools report an apparel design or textiles track: Western Kentucky University, University of Kentucky. The rest focus on fashion merchandising and retail.
Where does this data come from?
Every figure comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting (retrieved July 2026). Tuition is the published annual rate; net price is the average actually paid after grants by federal aid recipients.
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How we built this list: schools identified via U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and IPEDS program data (CIP 19.09 apparel & textiles, CIP 52.19 fashion merchandising), retrieved July 11, 2026. Tuition is the published annual rate; net price is the average paid after grants by federal aid recipients. Spot an error? Tell us and we’ll fix it.