(Re)imagine next-generation sneaker design
Start running the game with leading-edge tech and instruction
From athletic-inspired and classic designs to smart-casual, office-ready kicks and beyond, the SCAD SNKR+ program prepares students for the full spectrum of footwear possibilities in a booming, $80-billion field that exceeds the hype. SCAD SNKR+ students hone skills in sketching, rendering, concept development, digital prototyping, and branding, guided by accomplished industry insiders. With access to professional technology, students build physical and digital prototypes and become experts in every phase of launching a sneaker brand from product design to product drop.
Top-ranked fashion programs
Join the top-ranked SCAD fashion programs, which have garnered praise from both Fashionista and The Business of Fashion. Through exceptional instruction, career-making resources, and emerging tech, SCAD earns best-of-the-best awards each year from top publications.
Sneaker design degrees
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Design your dream career
At SCAD, students prepare to launch their own sneaker brands as entrepreneurs or step into leadership roles at elite sneaker design companies. Discover your calling through The University for Creative Careers.
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Related majors and minors
Sneaker design is a complex, ever-evolving field. To thrive in the industry, many students choose to pursue a double major or related minor while they are here. You can explore new perspectives, harness diverse creative approaches, and develop a unique, well-rounded style — all while earning multiple degrees.
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A new era of STEM is here
Reimagine science, tech, engineering, and math at SCAD, home to 29 distinct STEM degree programs, each designated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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