- Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) takes innovation to skyscraper heights. When you enroll at FIT, you join a long line of ambitious, energetic pacesetters. We have a tradition of teaching and inspiring emerging leaders, which arises from a powerful blend of a rigorous liberal arts foundation coupled with a real-world curriculum and hands-on instruction; a worldwide network of alumni; a strong relationship with industry leaders; a world-class faculty of working professionals; a direct connection to New York City culture and commerce.
School Highlights
Fashion Institute of Technology serves 8,206 students (87% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 8,206 students
- In-state tuition: $5,200
- Out-state tuition: $14,200
- Acceptance Rate: 60%
- Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
- Minority enrollment: 62%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Fashion Institute of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 446 teachers has declined by 61% over five years.
Fashion Institute of Technology
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Colors
White, Green, Navy Blue, Pink, Columbia blue
Total Faculty
446 staff
43 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Fashion Institute of Technology has declined by 9% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Fashion Institute of Technology diversity score of 0.76 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
8,206 students
953 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
7,103 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
1,103 students
425 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
761 students
401 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
6,886 students
511 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
217 students
37 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,038 students
461 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
65 students
24 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
2,200 students
382 students
% Asian
13%
8%
% Hispanic
23%
23%
% Black
9%
19%
% White
38%
37%
% Two or more races
5%
3%
% Non Resident races
13%
3%
Diversity Score
0.76
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
82%
34%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$50,500
$34,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,200 is less than the state average of $5,715. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $14,200 is more than the state average of $10,262. The out-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,200
$5,715
Out-State Tuition Fees
$14,200
$10,262
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
69%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,000
$13,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
60%
78%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stitch The Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Fashion Institute of Technology cost?
Fashion Institute of Technology's tuition is approximately $5,200 for In-State students and $14,200 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Fashion Institute of Technology?
The acceptance rate of Fashion Institute of Technology is 60%, which is lower than the state average of 78%.
What is Fashion Institute of Technology's ranking?
Fashion Institute of Technology ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
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