<p>What are the top schools for an MFA in costume design? Do students typically enter with undergraduate degrees in theatre design? How many years do most undergrads work in the field before applying to an MFA programs in theatre design?</p>
<p>There are many schools which offer an MFA in Costume Design --</p>
<p>I would suggest University/Resident</a> Theatre Association - Home as a place to start looking for MFA programs. Also Theatre</a> Directories - Summer Theatres - Regional Theatres - Theatre Training Programs </p>
<p>As far as your other questions -- some will apply right out of undergraduate school, others will work for a few years in the field first. Working for a few years can open up more opportunities for assistantships.</p>
<p>I know some people who went on to pursue MFAs in costume design with undergraduate degrees in fashion design (with experience working in theatre costume design and/ or construction), or who had undergraduate degrees in other areas (with experience working in theatre costume design and/ or construction).</p>