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    Textile and Apparel Management (MS)

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    Columbia, USMSIn-person2 years
    $65,162.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Textile and Apparel Management (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Columbia, US. Tuition is $65,162.

    About the program

    The program requires a minimum of 30 credit hours including core courses in textile and apparel management, research methods, statistics, and supporting areas, culminating in a research thesis. Focus areas include apparel product development, apparel marketing and merchandising, omnichannel retailing, global sourcing and supply chain management, and consumer marketplace concerns.

    Focus: research

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (F-1) with possible 24-month STEM OPT extension depending on whether the program’s CIP code is on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List (STEM OPT extension is handled via USCIS with an updated I-20).

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Textile and Apparel Management (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Textile and Apparel Management (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is $65,162 across 30 required credits.
    Is Textile and Apparel Management (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia online or in-person?
    Textile and Apparel Management (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is offered in-person.
    How long does Textile and Apparel Management (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia take to complete?
    Textile and Apparel Management (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Textile and Apparel Management (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 in last 60 hours
    What work-permit options follow Textile and Apparel Management (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia?
    Post-completion work rights for Textile and Apparel Management (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia: 12 months OPT (F-1) with possible 24-month STEM OPT extension depending on whether the program’s CIP code is on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List (STEM OPT extension is handled via USCIS with an updated I-20).