12.) UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI* (Cincinnati, OH)

-Programs: Fashion Design (combined w/Product Development)
-Number of Students: Undergrads: 24,000; Fashion Programs: 315
-Tuition: OH residents: $10,065; Out of state: $24,588
-Famous Grads: Stan Herman (former CFDA president)
-The Bottom Line: The design program, in general, consistently ranks as one of the best in the nation. While this is a fashion design program, there’s a strong focus on business and marketing aspects.