Fashion Institute of Technology is a public 2-year college in New York, New York with 7,637 undergraduates. It admits 60% of applicants, costs an average of $16,514 a year after grants and graduates 81% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Fashion Institute of Technology acceptance rate and admissions
Fashion Institute of Technology admitted 60% of applicants for fall 2024.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Fashion Institute of Technology tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $6,596 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $17,576 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $26,575 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $24,857 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $16,514 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $16,514 a year after grants and scholarships, $8,343 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Fashion Institute of Technology's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Fashion Institute of Technology graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 81% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years (students who started in 2022).
- Former students earned a median of $72,055 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $12,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 17% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Fashion Institute of Technology majors and what graduates earn
Fashion Institute of Technology awarded bachelor's degrees in 10 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from apparel and textiles ($71,139).
All 10 majors at Fashion Institute of Technology
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apparel and Textiles | 57 | $48,197 | $71,139 | $20,000 |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations | 481 | $55,547 | $70,727 | $19,500 |
| Public relations and advertising | 254 | $47,605 | $69,954 | $19,500 |
| Marketing | 91 | $47,160 | $67,002 | $14,000 |
| Graphic and industrial design | 567 | $43,249 | $60,882 | $21,500 |
| Arts management | 12 | $28,552 | $53,710 | n/a |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 17 | $29,337 | $49,627 | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 30 | $27,780 | $39,930 | $16,750 |
| Graphic Communications | 25 | $13,134 | n/a | $18,674 |
| Film and photography | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Fashion Institute of Technology
6 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 6 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graphic and industrial design | Master's | 31 | n/a | n/a |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations | Master's | 21 | $165,589 | n/a |
| International business | Master's | 17 | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Museology/Museum Studies | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Arts management | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 7,637 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 82% women, 18% men
- 16 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Fashion Institute of Technology?
Fashion Institute of Technology admitted 60% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Fashion Institute of Technology cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $6,596 for in-state students and $17,576 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $16,514 a year in 2024-25.
Is Fashion Institute of Technology test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Fashion Institute of Technology reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Fashion Institute of Technology?
81% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years.
How much do Fashion Institute of Technology graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $72,055 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.