Fashion Institute of Technology New York

Public four-year focused on visual and performing arts in New York with moderate selectivity and low in-state tuition.

College statistics

Address:
227 W 27th St
New York, NY
10001
Sector Group:
Public 4-Year or Above
Official Website:
www.fitnyc.edu/
Setting:
City
Annual In-State Tuition:
$7,170
Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
$21,692
Total Cost of Attendance (In-State):
$23,674
Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State):
$38,196
Room and Board:
$16,504
Total Student Enrollment:
8,108
Acceptance Rate:
57.6%
Endowment (End of Year):
$140,899,140
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Opportunity Colleges and Universities – Higher Access, Higher Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Visual and Performing Arts

The Fashion Institute of Technology is a public four-year institution in New York City specializing in visual and performing arts. Located in a major urban center, FIT serves students seeking focused training in design, fashion, and related creative fields rather than a broad liberal arts curriculum.

Enrollment stands at 8,108 students. In-state tuition is $7,170 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $21,692. The total cost of attendance runs $23,674 for in-state students and $38,196 for out-of-state students, including room and board of $16,504. The acceptance rate is 57.6%, indicating accessible admissions for applicants whose portfolios and credentials align with the school's creative focus.

This school works best for students committed to specialized training in the visual and performing arts and prepared for an intensive, career-focused program rather than a traditional four-year liberal arts experience. Prospective students should ask about internship opportunities, industry connections, and portfolio requirements for admission. For more information, visit www.fitnyc.edu/.

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