Life at FCC

Whether you are attending class or participating in student activities, FCC is the ideal environment for achieving both your academic and personal goals. During your educational journey with FCC expect an average class size of 13 students to one instructor. Many classes also have a Teacher Assistant. Don’t be surprised if students are not only encouraged but eager to participate in groupings for joint study and research. It is this small community feel, commitment from the student body, and dedication from the staff that allows our students to quickly connect with peers, teachers, mentors and members of the fashion community.

Student Activities

Following are just a few of the student activities available to you at FCC.

The Golden Hangers

By far, the highlight of the year at FCC is undoubtedly the Golden Hanger Fashion Awards, a benefit for the Make-A-Wish Foundation that showcases our students’ skills and talents. An exciting time for both students and industry professionals, each year, FCC awards a noted member of the fashion community the Annual Lifetime Achievement Award.
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Fashion shows

San Diego’s leading stores and freelance fashion show producers frequently call upon FCC students to work. Whether you are asked to be a dresser, cuer, runner or production assistant, fashion shows provide a wonderful opportunity to gain experience and make industry contacts.
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Study tours

From Los Angeles to New York and as far away as Europe and Asia, a visit to the fashion capitals of the world is intended to enhance the things you learn in the classroom as well as your overall experience at FCC. Escorted by FCC administrators and instructors, students may earn one or two additional academic credits by completing the requirements of the study tour. All fashion tours are optional. The cost of participating in a study tour is not included in the price of tuition.
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