I went to the MA program in Costume Studies at NYU. I can answer any
questions you have about it. I also interned at the museum at FIT.

Both programs are good. they have some slight differences in focus. NYU is
a little more focused on the art aspect of fashion, FIT a little more with
conservation and physical handling (and far less expensive). I have heard
complaints from students in both programs. There is also a program at the
Rhode Island School of Design that is good. It is also very conservation
oriented, and a bit more technical than some others.





At 05:02 PM 10/22/02 -0400, you wrote:
>Hello,
>
>I am interested in applying to the masters program in museum
>studies for costume and textiles at FIT.  I have a BA in Art History and
>15 years work experience in the apparel industry.  I would be grateful
>for any information/opinions re: the program.  What is it's reputation?
>Is it highly competitive? etc...  Also, are there  programs focusing on
>costume and textiles at other schools that are worth looking into?
>
>Thanks in advance for any information or advice.
>
>Sincerely,
>
>Molly Sorkin
>
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