Fashion Institute of Technology
Fashion Institute of Technology

Fashion Institute of Technology

New York, NY, USA
Public
4 Year

Overview

The Fashion Institute of Technology is a public college of design, fashion, and art in New York City and part of the State University of New York system. FIT offers undergraduate programs in 29 fashion and artistic disciplines such as Menswear, Jewelry Design, and Fabric Styling. In addition, the campus is home to the Museum at FIT whose permanent collection includes thousands of garments and accessories from the 18th century to present day. For recreation, FIT hosts two fitness centers, two gyms, and a dance studio.

Acceptance Rate:
53%
Average Net Price:
$9,165
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.7

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$9,165
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Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$8,050
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$22,572
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$24,623
Books and Supplies
$1850
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$17,848
$30k - $48k
$19,437
$48k - $75k
$24,718
$75k - $110k
$26,854
$110k+
$28,956
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
55%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
32%
Average Aid Per Year
$8,260
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
32%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,734
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$997

 

Students receiving state aid
32%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3561
Students receiving federal aid
48%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,734
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$22,814,496
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$696,900

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
36%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,716
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,606
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$139
Students receiving federal loans
35%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,323
Average Other Loans Per Year
$21,129

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Public
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Blind

This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
0
100
53%
Acceptance Rate
4669
Students Applied
56%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
583
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Item is not checked
No
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Fall Regular DecisionJanuary 1
Spring Regular DecisionOctober 1
Application Fee
$50
Fee waivers available
Applications Accepted
State-Specific Application
State-Specific Application

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
48%
Out-Of-State Students
40%
3.7
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA

3.75+
34%
3.50 - 3.74
21%
3.25 - 3.49
21%
3.00 - 3.24
12%
2.50 - 2.99
7%
2.00 - 2.49
4%
Students Enrolled By Household Income

< $30k
143
$30k - $48k
95
$48k - $75k
56
$75k - $110k
39
$110k+
85

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 212-217-3760
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
8,125
Total Number of Undergrads
7,871
0
100
76%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
Student:Faculty Ratio
17:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
  • Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
  • Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
  • Study Abroad
  • Honors Program
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
40%
20-39 Students
59%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
27

Faculty Overview

Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Unknown

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
18%
82%
Residency
In-State Students
48%
Out-Of-State Students
40%
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
48
Countries Represented
72
Ethnicity
African American
9%
Asian/Pacific Islander
13%
Hispanic
22%
White
39%
Multiracial
5%
Percent of First Generation Students
28%
Student Organizations
70
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Item is not checked
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
21%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
27%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Tigers
School Colors
blue
Varsity Athletics Association
NJCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
11
Total Female Athletes
63
Intramural Sports
3
Sports Team (Men)
  • Cross Country
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
  • Cross Country
  • Soccer
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
Fashion Institute of Technology Athletics: visit page

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$53,900
Top 5 Cities
New York
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Miami
Philadelphia
Top 5 Employers
Fashion Institute of Technology
Macy's
Ralph Lauren
Saks Fifth Avenue
Victoria's Secret
Top 5 Sectors
Arts and Design
Business Development
Sales
Marketing
Operations
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,606
Loan Default Rate
6%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$139
The teachers are all well experienced and have been in the industry for a minimum of ten years before teaching. They all held high positions related to the fashion industry so they bring their knowledge into the classroom. They give hands-on activities that occur to best prepare you before entering the real-world.
Tina from Quincy, MA
The professors have so much background and really make it interesting so you want to learn.
Nicole from Somerset, NJ
I took fashion design classes in high school so for me my first semester what a breeze and i did very well in all my classes. What i loved about being in FIT was the fact that so much time is dedicated to each aspect of fashion design; draping, fashion illustration, pattern making, sewing, and photoshop or in your freshmen year model drawing and life drawing. So you really learn very well in each area which is great. Also there are a lot of pretty awesome professors who really make the experience very different for each person attending the school.
Talisa from Hialeah, FL
FIT is the college for you if: You are ready to compete with thousands of other people just like you, You are (relatively) organized (even relatively is better than not at all. If you're the latter, this is not your best option), and You're not one to 'sit on your laurels' and wait for things to come to you. Sometimes, they really do! And that's great, but you can't count on it. Most people here juggle full-time jobs and social lives that directly connect to their 20 credit hours of classes each week.
Hayley
fit is by far the #1 school for anything in fashion industry. it's located in the heart of nyc and on fashion ave. the staff is incredible and the classes are interesting.
maya from plattsburgh, ny
i would rate fit, 9 out of 10. fit offers endless opportunities that allow students to get involved in the fashion industry in college.
all of the professors and faculty are serious about every students success. last but not least, fashion institute provides the foundation you need to entire your profession.
Michelle Smith
As an art and design student, it was nice to experience professional artists teaching us the ropes on how to better our artistic styles. You'll be able to learn a lot from these professors which would allow you to further express your creativity to the world.
W.V. from Brooklyn, NY
FIT is located in NYC, the prime location for students who are interested in the fashion industry. At this school you're given many opportunities to meet professionals in whichever industry you are going into. All of the teachers have had at least seven years of experience in their field of study in order to work there.
Jessica from NC
The Fashion Institute of Technology isn't solely based on the studying of fashion. Inspiration comes from a variety of sources, from your peers, to the New York City skyline. Lastly the opportunities are endless.
Kedrick from New York, NY
This a great State University school. The both Art and School of design and their Business school train you with hands on experience. The teachers I have had are all practicing experienced artists that have taught at other prestige colleges.
Mario from Brooklyn, NY