Celebrating over 90 years of excellence in fashion education, The School of Fashion Design is the only educational institution in New England dedicated exclusively to the study of fashion design. SFD provides students with a solid foundation in apparel design and construction, and the skills required for a successful career in fashion.

Our technical Certificate program is taught by experts in the field of fashion design. Students may take courses toward the Certificate or on a class-by-class basis to fill professional education interests. For creatives and textile arts enthusiasts, SFD offers workshops in various fiber arts such as weaving, lace making, embroidery, millinery, upcycling, and more.

As an SFD student, you will join a diverse community of emerging designers. Our studios are filled with recent high school graduates, students from nearby colleges enriching their education with fashion, and working professionals embarking on a new career path.

SFD faculty and students are active partners in our local community, collaborating regularly with organizations and businesses through internships, exhibitions, field trips, and special events. Our reputation for excellence is on display each time our students show their work at fashion shows and exhibits throughout the year.

With an SFD Certificate in Fashion Design, our alumni have enjoyed fashion careers with Adidas, Coldwater Creek, J. Jill, New Balance, PUMA, Ralph Lauren, Talbots, Timberland, TJX Companies, and more. Our alumni are designers and costumers for stage and screen, while others have found success launching their own label.

Our varied class levels and flexible schedules are designed to meet the needs and profiles of all students. So whatever your level, background, or educational goals, we invite you to schedule a tour to see yourself at The School of Fashion Design. New semesters begin September, January, and June. Your fashion education begins here!

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Attend a fun, affordable, comfortable adult dance exercise class experience!

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Volunteering: Making it Work for You!

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FREE PVD Screening

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Comedy Night to Benefit MHS Lacrosse

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Cocoa House Book Club

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Snack Pack Book Group

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Rockin’ Babies & Boppin’ Toddlers

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CoCo Key Fundraiser

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Prom Fest 2011 @ Square One Mall!

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"Race to Nowhere" Screening and Discussion at Middle School

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Book Group

MPL Adult Book Discussion Group

MPL Adult Book Discussion Group

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MPL’s Lego Construction Club

MPL’s Lego Construction Club

MPL’s Lego Construction Club

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Flower Design @ Square One Mall

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The Author's Corner with William Tobin

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Sophomore and Junior Parent College Night

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St. John's Prep Back to the Future Gala Auction

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Freedom From Smoking

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Creative Coping

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Mazel Tots

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Author Talk with Bob Halloran

St. John's Prep Online Auction

St. John's Prep Online Auction

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Book Club at MHCC

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Wine Tasting and Silent Auction

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Hip Hop Dance Fundraiser

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History Book Club with William Tobin

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Snack Pack Book Group

Meet and Greet MHS Assistant Principal Jeffrey Carovillano

Meet and Greet MHS Assistant Principal Jeffrey Carovillano

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Good Advice for a Healthy Life

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YMCA Organizes a Service Day in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King

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Snack Pack Meets at MPL

MPL Book Discussion Group

MPL Book Discussion Group

Registration for Library Storytimes

Registration for Library Storytimes

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Girl Scouts Meet at MPL

Girl Scouts Meet at MPL

Girl Scouts Meet at MPL

HRC Conversation Classes

HRC Conversation Classes

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MLK Day Potluck Dinner and Program

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