Iowa State University is once again ranked as one of the top fashion schools in the nation, according to new rankings from Fashion School Career Advice. In fashion merchandising, Iowa State is No. 1 in the Midwest, No. 2 nationally, and No. 2 among public schools and colleges. In fashion design, the ISU Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management ranks No. 2 in the Midwest, No. 8 nationally, and No. 3 among public schools and colleges, according to a college press release.