Design International Study
Students majoring in apparel design, design and innovation, interior design and product and merchandising management have a variety of options in choosing the right study abroad or exchange program. An international experience can provide students with the necessary skills to work effectively within an increasingly diverse U.S. population and global job market. Employers in fields related to design value the skills and experiences gained by students who study abroad or do an exchange program.
Locations & dates
Florence, italy: accademia italiana study abroad
Accademia Italiana is a leading fashion and design school located in Florence, Italy, just steps away from masterpieces of art and monuments. Courses offered include fashion and design (interior design, product design, textile design, graphic design, photography and more).
Terms available
Summer or fall
Application requirements
- OSU GPA of at least 2.5
- Good standing at OSU
- Fall term applicants must be eligible for upper division coursework
- Summer applicants must have minimum of sophomore standing
Note: Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance at the host institution.
Important dates
- Summer
- Mid June through late July
- Fall
- Early September through mid December
london, england: london college of fashion study abroad
The London College of Fashion is a prominent fashion school in London, England. The program offers students from all over the world the opportunity to think differently, using fashion to examine the past, build a sustainable future and improve the way we live. Students can take classes in fashion styling, fashion public relations, fashion history and artifact, visual merchandising, and British cultural studies.
Terms available
Fall
Application requirements
- OSU GPA of at least 3.0
- Good standing at OSU
- Fall term applicants must be eligible for upper division coursework
Note: Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance at the host institution.
Important dates
- Fall: Early September through mid December
seoul, south korea: hanyang university exchange program
Study fashion in one of Asia’s fashion capitals, Seoul, South Korea. The Korean fashion industry plays a large role in the international market, with many of the world’s largest clothing brands, liaison and wholesale offices located in Seoul. Students can take coursework in international fashion business and compliance, global leadership and history of Korean costume construction, in addition to other fashion related coursework.
Terms available
Fall
Application requirements
- OSU GPA of at least 2.75
- Good standing at OSU
- Fall term applicants must be eligible for upper division coursework
- Student must be nominated by OSU prior to application to host institution
Note: Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance at the host institution.
Important dates:
- Fall: Early September through mid December
Additional OSU GO supported programs
london, england
University of the Arts London Summer Program
paris, france
paris, france & florence, italy
Luxury Design Management Summer Program
barcelona, spain
Art & Design Studies Fall Program
PROCESS
STEP 1: OSU GO APPLICATION
Deadlines
Summer: February 15
Fall: March 1
Complete the OSU's Office of Global Opportunities (OSU GO) application. There is a $50 application fee. Note: Do not apply to individual country locations. You will list country preferences within the application.
A personal statement is required. This is your only opportunity to convince the College of Business to approve placing you at your location choice. Be clear, specific and informed regarding your reasons, influences, research and goals as they relate to your location preference. The statement submitted should:
- Be two to three pages in length, double-spaced.
- Include responses to the following:
- Describe the leading motivations to selecting your location.
- Why do you think the College of Business should offer to place you with your primary location choice?