Fashion Institute of Technology

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  • 4 Year
  • New York, NY
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Overview

Total enrollment

8,206
Fashion Institute of Technology overview
Fashion Institute of Technology overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), a State University of New York institution, is situated in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood, occupying several blocks between Seventh and Eighth Avenues. Founded in 1944, FIT operates from an urban campus of interconnected buildings that house specialized studios, labs, and the Museum at FIT, which features rotating fashion exhibitions. The college focuses primarily on design, fashion, art, communications, and business programs, with particular strength in fashion design, fashion merchandising, and fashion business management. Most first-year students reside in one of the two on-campus residence halls, while upper-level students often opt for off-campus housing in the surrounding metropolitan area. As a public institution, FIT maintains selective admission standards for both its associate and bachelor's degree programs, with more competitive entry requirements for certain design-focused majors.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

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Acceptance Rate

60.2%
Fashion Institute of Technology applications overview
  • Applications Due Jan 1, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 55.8%
  • Application Fee $50

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Annual Cost to Attend

New York Resident Tuition

$6,294

Out of State Resident Tuition

$16,874

Breakdown

In State Costs for Fashion Institute of Technology
  • Tuition $6,294
  • Books and Supplies $1,850
  • Other Fees $1,004
  • Room and Board $25,458
  • Budget for Other Expenses $3,590
  • Total One Year Cost $38,196

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$51,600 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Fashion Institute of Technology are Visual and Performing Arts, Business, and Communication. 47% of students major in Visual and Performing Arts, 36% in Business, and 13% in Communication.

  • Visual and Performing Arts 47%
  • Business 36%
  • Communication 13%
  • Work and Family Studies 4%
  • Communications Technology 1%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=191126.

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Last updated: August 2026