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International students can apply for Fashion Institute of Technology admission 2024 in the fall and spring intake to study UG programs. Applicants are advised to submit their admission application by the Fashion Institute of Technology deadline. Mentioned below are the FIT University NYC admission deadlines for UG and PG programs:

  • The Fashion Institute of Technology application deadline for UG admission in fall intake is 01 Jan, 2025
  • The FIT Institute NYC deadline for graduate admission is 15 Jan, 2025

Fashion Institute of Technology Courses and Fees 2025

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
BFA(13 courses)
INR 15 L - 19 LGet Fee Details
Duration2-4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 110 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above
B.A.(9 courses)
INR 15 L - 19 LGet Fee Details
Duration2-4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
MFA(2 courses)
Duration2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
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Q:   How current student review Fashion Institute of Technology?
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As per various student opinion available online on various sources, students review Fashion Institute of Technology on following:

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • International Community: The university enrolls approximately 11% of international students.
  • Fun Activities: There are plenty fun activities to do in and an around the Fashion Institute of Technology including sports, hiking, and community service.
Q:   How much is the application fee for FIT NYC?
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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)

Check the list of USA Universities with No Application Fees

Q:   How to apply to Fashion Institute of Technology for international students?
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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.

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Fashion Institute of Technology Fee Breakdown 2025

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Q:   How much is the application fee for FIT NYC?
A: 

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)

Check the list of USA Universities with No Application Fees

Q:   How much is Fashion Institute of Technology application fee for international students?
A: 

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. 

Q:   Is FIT New York expensive?
A: 

FIT New York is not expensive for international students. The first-year tuition fees at the institute varies from INR 13 L to INR 20 L. Mentioned below is the Fashion Institute of Technology fees in Indian rupees:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MBA/PGDM (2 years)

INR 20 L

BE/BTech (4 years)

INR 18 L

BFA (2 years)

INR 20 L

BFA (2-4 years)

INR 18 L

BFA7 (2-4 years)

INR 13 L - 18 L

MA ( 2-4 years)

INR 13 L - 18 L

BFA5 (2 years)

INR 20 L

MA (2-3 years)

INR 19 L - 20 L

Others UG (2 years)

INR 15 L

BFA3 ( 2-4 years)

INR 13 L - 18 L

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Q:   What is Fashion Institute of Technology Known for?
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The university name itself speaks about the popular course, i.e Fashion. The Fashion Institute of Technology is a public university that was established in 1944, in the city of New York.According to the US News, the university is highly know for te below given courses;

Majors

Percentage of Graduates

Fashion Merchandising

24%

Fashion/ Apparel Design

18%

Communication Management and Strategic Communications

16%

International Marketing

9%

Design and Visual Communications

5%

Commercial and Advertising Art

4%

Apparel and Textile Manufacture

4%

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Answered 2 months ago

Here is a detailed difference between Parsons School of Design and FIT. 

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Parsons School of Design

Fashion Institute of Technology

Establishment

1896

1944

Shiksha Popularity Ranking (Arts)

#1

#59

Tuition Fees

  • UG:INR 30.2L - 50.4L

  • PG:INR 48.1L - 50.1L

  • UG:INR 14.36 L - 18.6 L

  • PG:INR 20.22 L

Total number of Courses

37

48

Specialisations Offered

  • MA

  • MS

  • MBA

  • MFA

  • M.Arch

  • BFA

  • B.Tech

  • B.Arch

  • MA

  • MBA

  • MS

  • MFA

  • BBA

  • BFA

  • BA

  • BJMC

Acceptance Rate

Around 52 - 63%

53%

It suggests that while Parsons School of Design has a better ranking, FIT stands better in other parameters, making FIT more competitive than Parsons New York.

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PRIYANKA

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 6 months ago

The average starting salary for an undergraduate from FIT is around $40,000 to $60,000 per year, depending on the major. While this is enough to live in New York City, it would require careful budgeting, sharing an apartment, and avoiding expensive areas. It may be tight at first, but it's manageabl

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Yogesh Dangi

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 9 months ago

There is no minimum GPA that is asked by FIT for admission, however candidates must maintain a GPA of 3.5 or above to have better chances of admission. 

Candidates must maintain their academic record, they will be evaluated by the admission authorities based on the same. FIT looks for candidates with

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Anamika Jha

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 9 months ago

Parsons School of Design and Fashion Institute of Technology are some of the most prestigious fashion institutes in USA and students across the globe desire to study here. In terms of tuition fee, Parsons School is more affordable. Also, it is lesser selective.

A comprehensive comparison between both

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Jiya Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 10 months ago

From my point of view Central Saint Martins London is generally considered the better choice compared to FIT New York, especially if you priotize a European Fashion. But for a good practical knowledge FIT is considered more good. Regarding the fashion FIT is Industry-focused cirriculum and value its

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