SoFA Design Institute

What does SoFA Design Institute stand for?

SoFa Design Institute started as the School of Fashion and the Arts, hence its name SoFA, in 2007. It was in 2010 that the school started offering interior design courses. Additionally, the institute implements its own SoFa Method to ensure that the students are not just creative individuals but also business-forward professionals.

In adherence to their mission of developing Design Leaders, SoFa offers interested students courses on fashion design and marketing, interior design, accessories design, and furniture design. The institute also has short courses or certificate programs related to the design field. SoFa is also a DepEd-accredited senior high school. They also have a study abroad program that is affiliated with Istituto Marangoni.

As a learning platform that fosters creativity and economic progress, SoFa is accredited and recognized by Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines (CHED) and Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). 


SoFa Design Institute Facts:

• SoFa is founded by famous designers, Amina Aranaz-Alunan and Loralee Baron-Soong. Aranaz-Alunan is known to have designed for members of the European royal court such as the Queen of Belgium and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands, while Baron-Soong was a brand manager and buyer for luxury brands namely Fendi, Dolce & Gabbana, Jimmy Choo, Givenchy among others.
• The SoFa Design Institute is the first college in Manila that is solely dedicated to specialized fashion and design. 

What programs & courses does SoFA Design Institute offer?

Choosing the right program can help you set your future goals and visualize where you want to be. Whether you want to be an engineer, a teacher, an accountant, or you want to level up in your profession, making yourself informed with the right choices will surely back you up in the future. Are you ready to map your career with SoFA Design Institute? Make the best decision in choosing the right path for you, click through the list of programs offered by SoFA Design Institute below:

Senior High School Tracks

College (Undergraduate) Programs

Tech-Voc Programs

Short Courses & Certifications

What are the tuition & fees for students at SoFA Design Institute?

Tuition and miscellaneous fees vary by program and course.

For a complete list of details, please send an inquiry here.