BFA in Fashion Design 

at FIT NYC, New York

International students must meet the admission requirements and submit the admission application by the deadline to get admission at FIT New York. They must complete a high school degree with a qualifying GPA for UG admission and a bachelor’s degree with good GPA for PG admission. Applicants whose first language is not English must submit the proof of English language proficiency to get admission to the university.

Indian students must meet the FIT admission requirements as per the programme to get admission to the university. Mentioned below are the Fashion Institute of Technology admission requirements for international students:

FIT NYC UG requirements

·      Submit an official transcripts

·      Complete a high school degree with a qualifying GPA.

·      A current TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or Duolingo English Test score is required.

·      Must submit the International Student Financial Statement (ISFS) If you require F-1 student status to study at FIT.

·      SAT and SAT9 test scores are optional and they are not required for admissions purposes.

·      Submit a portfolio for evaluation if you apply for admission to Film and Media or any major in the School of Art and Design.

FIT NYC PG requirements

·      Complete a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a qualifying GPA.

·      Must submit official transcripts from each college or university attended.

·      Two or three references are required depending on the program.

·      Must provide a resume or CV that includes your employment and other professional history.

·      GMAT and SAT9 test scores are optional.

·      A current TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or Duolingo English Test score is required.

·      Submit a portfolio to demonstrate your skills, experiences, etc.

There is no minimum GPA requirements for international students to get admission at FIT Institute. The FIT admissions committee looks for overall academic performance, individual grades, and the types of courses taken. Applicants must have at least a strong B average in academics. Students must attend a college-preparatory curriculum to get admission. Applicants must achieve a minimum 3.75 GPA to be eligible for FIT NYC scholarships.

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Fashion Institute of Technology is one of the most sought destination for International students. with an acceptance rate of 53% the Fashion Institute of Technology is one of the popular university among International student’s community.

• The Fashion Institute of Technology accepts students from many countries across the globe. However, the students who do not have English as their first language may require to have English language proficiency Tests score.
• Career Boost to the students: The students of Fashion Institute of Technology have a good career after studying from the university as it prepares them holistically about the industry requirements and providing them the opportunity to have a successful career. According to FIT Undergraduate Alumni Survey Results Employment and Earnings of 2020-21 Graduates, released by the Fashion Institute of Technology, more than 80% of its graduates were found to be employed and 7% pursuing higher education. The average salary of a graduate of Fashion Institute of Technology is approximately INR 35L.
• Post Work Opportunities: USA is the top destination among International students including Indian students to settle after studying. The country offers a high quality of life, good job opportunities, and a work life balance.

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The FIT NYC application fee is different for Undergraduate and graduate admission application. Application who wish to study at the institute must pay a non-refundable application to submit the application. Mentioned below is the application fee for international students to submit the admission application:

·      UG: USD 65 or INR 5,428.40

·      PG: USD 100 or INR 8,351.39

(USD 1 = INR 83.51)

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Fashion Institute of Technology is a public university was established in 1944, in the city of New York. The university is known for its state of the art research facility and high quality education to the its students. the university enrolls students from all the states of USA and many countries in the world.

• Top Ranked University: According to QS World Universities Rankings 2024, the Fashion Institute of Technology is ranked at #101-150 in Ranking by Subject.
• Variety of Courses: Fashion Institute of Technology offers 48 degree programs not only in fashion-related fields, but also in many other creative and business professions.
• Highly distinguished and learned faculties: the faculty at Fashion Institute of Technology is highly learned and distinguished which enables students to be the best in their field of study.
• High Job Outcomes: According to FIT Undergraduate Alumni Survey Results Employment and Earnings of 2020-21 Graduates, released by the Fashion Institute of Technology, more than 80% of its graduates were found to be employed and 7% pursuing higher education. The average salary of a graduate of Fashion Institute of Technology is approximately INR 35L.
• Low Student to Faculty Ratio: According to Official Statistics released by the university the student to faculty ratio at Fashion Institute of Technology is 36:1, which provides a quality and interactive classroom experience to its students.

Below are the application requirements -

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You must have a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services member examine your academic credentials. If transfer credit is not expected, secondary education qualifications should either be evaluated generally or document by document if transfer credit is not anticipated.
The assessment must include:

• Your credentials' U.S. equivalent
• Grade Point Average (GPA)
• a copy of every document that was published in English or that was translated into English
• The day and month of each Diploma was issued

For post-secondary education and/or secondary education where transfer credit may be awarded, you will be required to provide a course by course evaluation. The assessment must include:

• US Equivalence for each school diploma
• Grade Point Average (GPA) for each academic qualification
• the month and year that any secondary or post secondary degrees were completed 

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY TESTS
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS), the Pearson Test of English (PTE), the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), or a Duolingo score must be submitted by students whose first language is not English.

F1 Status
After being accepted, you must submit the International Student Financial Statement (ISFS) if you need the F-1 student status in order to attend FIT. The I-20 Form, Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (F-1) Student Status, which is required to submit an application for an F-1 visa, can only be issued if this document is accepted by FIT.

As per online sources, The cost of attending the Fashion Institute of Technology is $5,913 for in-state students and $16,493 for out-of-state ones. The Fashion Institute of Technology charges less than the $11,286 in-state tuition average throughout the country. The tuition for out-of-state students is less than the $27,394 national average for out-of-state tuition. If you are attending the school from India, you can have an estimate of tuition fees from the below information -

Applicants must complete the admission requirements as per the programme get into Fashion institute of technology as an international student from India. There are FIT requirements for admission in UG and PG programs for international students. Students must follow the admission process to apply for admission at the university. Mentioned below is the FIT Application Process for UG admissions below:

Step 1: Select your programme from FIT NYC courses

Step 2: Apply for FIT NYC admission online through SUNNY Application

Step 3: Submit all your additional documents including English language proficiency tests score

Step 4: Pay a non-refundable FIT application fee to submit admission application

A $100 application fee is due and must be paid by credit card or electronic check. The application cost is not refunded. In order to avoid having your application rejected by the college, applicants are advised to carefully choose their programme. Applicants must complete the online application at SUNY Application Online on the university's website. All applications to the School of Graduate Studies must be submitted online. Applicants are only allowed to apply for one undergraduate or graduate programme at FIT in a year.