Accreditation

WASC and NASAD Accreditation

FIDM / The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is a proprietary college incorporated under the laws of the State of California.  The college is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).  The Associate of Arts Degree Program is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, 415.506.0234 , 10 Commercial Boulevard, Suite 204 , Novato, California, 94949, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.  The Bachelor of Science in Business Management (BSBM) Program is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), 510.748.9001, 985 Atlantic Avenue #100, Alameda, California, 94501. FIDM’s art and design programs are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).

Non-discrimination Policy

FIDM, in compliance with Civil Rights Legislation, does not discriminate on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability in its educational programs, or employment practices.  Inquiries may be directed to the Affirmative Action Office at 213.624.1200, extension 3000.

Approved for Veterans and Vocational Rehabilitation

FIDM is approved by the California State Approving Agency for Veterans Education for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education for the training of veterans and for qualified students certified by the California Vocational Rehabilitation Administration.

International Students

FIDM is authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant students.  For more information, see the F-1 Visa - International Students section of this handbook.

Instructional Programs

FIDM certifies that all courses numbered 1000 and higher are collegiate level and recommends acceptance for transfer to the California State Universities and other universities and colleges.