Your chances of getting into Fashion Institute of Technology
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance Rate
The acceptance rate at FIT is 52.8%. Its admission rate is the 37th lowest in New York.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into FIT and can you get accepted?
FIT is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 2,465 out of the 4,669 who applied were admitted.
Of those applicants who were admitted, 54% enrolled. This indicates that the school is a top choice for many students who apply.
Can you get into FIT?
53% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.
Admission Requirements in Brief
To have the best chance of getting into to Fashion Institute of Technology you should:
FIT GPA
GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Fashion Institute of Technology has not reported high school GPA data for its accepted students.
FIT SAT Scores
Testing Requirements
Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Fashion Institute of Technology. The school has a test blind policy.
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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Reading 25th Percentile | N/A |
Math 25th Percentile | N/A |
Composite 25th Percentile | N/A |
SAT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
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Reading 75th Percentile | N/A |
Math 75th Percentile | N/A |
Composite 75th Percentile | N/A |
Average SAT Score | N/A |
FIT ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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Reading 25th Percentile | N/A |
Math 25th Percentile | N/A |
Composite 25th Percentile | N/A |
ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
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Reading 75th Percentile | N/A |
Math 75th Percentile | N/A |
Composite 75th Percentile | N/A |
Average ACT Score | N/A |
Applying
Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.
Women | Men | Total | |
---|---|---|---|
Applied | 3,951 | 718 | 4,669 |
Accepted | 2,086 | 379 | 2,465 |
Acceptance Rate | 53% | 53% | 53% |
Enrolled | 1,105 | 238 | 1,343 |
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 53% | 63% | 54% |
Fall 2025 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 8 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Jan 1, 2025.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Fashion Institute of Technology is $50.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Fashion Institute of Technology and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Test Scores | Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind) |
High School GPA | Required to be considered for admission |
High School Class Rank | Not considered for admission, even if submitted |
Completion of College Preparatory Program | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted |
Recommendations | Not considered for admission, even if submitted |
Demonstration of Competencies | Required to be considered for admission |
Credits Accepted
AP Credit | Yes |
Dual Credit | Yes |
Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Other Colleges to Apply To
Students applying to Fashion Institute of Technology often consider these colleges
LIM College
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Kent State University at Trumbull
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The New School
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New York School of Interior Design
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Marist College
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Pratt Institute Main
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FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising Los Angeles
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Savannah College of Art and Design
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CUNY Queens College
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Ithaca College
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SUNY College at Oneonta
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Rhode Island School of Design
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Drexel University
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The Juilliard School
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New York University
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Marymount Manhattan College
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Fayetteville State University
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SUNY College at Buffalo
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Columbia University in the City of New York
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=191126 IPEDS survey data for Fashion Institute of Technology.
Last updated February 24, 2024