CLO 3D Virtual Fashion Design (Graduate Certificate)
3-D, Clothing, Costume, Costume Designer, Designer, Fabric Design, Fashion, Fashion Designer, Technology, virtual
Step into the future of fashion with 3D virtual design. Master CLO 3D and gain the skills to create, simulate and present virtual garments with precision and sustainability, empowering you to thrive in today's rapidly evolving fashion industry.
The microcertificate program in CLO 3D virtual fashion design provides students with a comprehensive foundation in 3D digital patternmaking using CLO 3D, the leading software for virtual garment design and simulation. Students learn to develop and construct digital garments, create and articulate patterns, and apply sustainable design practices that reduce material waste in the prototyping process.
Designed for fashion professionals and graduates seeking to advance their technical expertise, this program emphasizes industry-level concept development and sustainable digital practices. Students gain the skills to integrate 3D technologies into contemporary fashion production and communication pipelines, positioning themselves at the forefront of innovation in fashion technology and design.
GI Bill® benefits
This new program is not yet approved for use with GI Bill® benefits.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.
- College/school:
Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
- Location: Online
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
Students can complete two graduate certificate programs and combine them into a Master of Advanced Study degree, giving ultimate flexibility to build their own master’s degree. Interested students can learn more about MAS requirements and the admission process.
9 credit hours
Required Core (9 credit hours)
FSH 531 CLO 3D: Virtual Fashion Design I (3)
FSH 532 CLO 3D: Virtual Fashion Design II (3)
FSH 533 CLO 3D: Virtual Fashion Design III (3)
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
U.S.
applicants | International
applicants | English
proficiency
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts.
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in fashion or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = ''A'') in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = ''A'') in an applicable master¿s degree program.
Applicants are required to submit:
- graduate admissions application and application fee
- official transcripts
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency by scoring at least 4 on the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT)®, or a score of 80 if taken before January 21, 2026 in a testing center; 6.5 on the IELTS; or 105 on the Duolingo English test.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session B | Online | Rolling |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session A/C | Online | Rolling | |
| Session B | Online | Rolling |
Graduates of this program are prepared for diverse careers spanning fashion, entertainment, technology and digital commerce. By combining creative design fluency with technical CLO 3D proficiency, they are equipped to pursue roles across a wide range of industries in a rapidly evolving global market. Career opportunities include:
- costume visualization artist
- digital asset creator for e-commerce
- digital product developer
- metaverse fashion designer
- sustainability and innovation specialist
- technical designer (3D specialist)
- 3D fashion designer
ASU FIDM
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CCG 202
asufidm@asu.edu
602-496-5559
Admission deadlines
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
The Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) provides a reduced tuition rate to non-resident graduate students who qualify. Visit the WRGP/WICHE webpage for more information: https://graduate.asu.edu/wiche.
