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Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)
- 227 W 27th St
- New York, NY 10001
- OPEID College Code: 00286600
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- General Phone: (212) 217-7999
- President: Joyce F. Brown
- Website: www.fitnyc.edu
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's Degree
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 9,938
- College Alias: FIT
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Mission Statement
- The Fashion Institute of Technology prepares students for professional excellence in design, fashion, and business by providing the premier educational experience that fosters creativity, career focus, and a global perspective.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - FIT Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate/Associates Colleges
- Undergraduate Classification Associates Dominant
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate Professional (Other Dominant Fields)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Very High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.fitnyc.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2007
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $40.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2007
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 454 | 3,419 | 3,873 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 187 (41%) | 1,469 (43%) | 1,656 (43%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 138 (74%) | 999 (68%) | 1,137 (69%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: FIT Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 66%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 43% | 23% | 32% | 13% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,317 | $3,478 | $1,819 | $619 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 2.4% | 3.2% | 3.4% |
| Number in Default | 36 | 41 | 36 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,468 | 1,279 | 1,041 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $3,732 | $3,571 | $3,494 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $10,316 | $9,873 | $9,642 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,400 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,095 | $9,213 | $8,409 |
| Other Expenses | $2,100 | $2,100 | $1,650 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $13,356 | $13,214 | $9,036 |
| Other Expenses | $2,100 | $2,100 | $1,650 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,835 | $2,100 | $1,700 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $17,527 | $16,484 | $14,953 |
| Out of State | $24,111 | $22,786 | $21,101 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $20,788 | $20,485 | $15,580 |
| Out of State | $27,372 | $26,787 | $21,728 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $7,167 | $6,871 | $6,594 |
| Out of State | $13,751 | $13,173 | $12,742 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 9,938 Undergraduate: 9,736 Graduate: 202
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,496 Female: 8,442
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,460 Female: 8,276
- Graduate Gender Male: 36 Female: 166
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 6,870 Part-Time: 3,068
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 6,747 Part-Time: 2,989
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 123 Part-Time: 79
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 906 | 9% |
| American Indian | 26 | 0.3% |
| Black | 681 | 7% |
| Asian | 1,116 | 11% |
| Hispanic | 1,033 | 10% |
| White | 4,172 | 42% |
| Unknown | 2,004 | 20% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 8 | 0.08% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,949 | 20% |
| Ages 20-21 | 2,505 | 25% |
| Ages 22-24 | 2,097 | 21% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,743 | 18% |
| Ages 30-34 | 748 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 312 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 341 | 3% |
| Ages 50-65 | 203 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 22 | 0.2% |
| Age Uknown | 10 | 0.1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,578 | 723 | 855 |
| Faculty Status | 996 | 279 | 717 |
| Tenured Faculty | 221 | 221 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 929 | 235 | 694 |
| Primarily Instruction | 929 | 235 | 694 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 65 | 64 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 285 | 231 | 54 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 299 | 193 | 106 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 276 | 175 | 101 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 17 | 12 | 5 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $77,100 (235) | $77,753 (112) | $76,504 (123) |
| Professor | $110,054 (38) | $112,849 (18) | $107,539 (20) |
| Associate Professor | $81,468 (40) | $80,142 (21) | $82,933 (19) |
| Assistant Professor | $70,582 (137) | $70,964 (64) | $70,248 (73) |
| Instructor | $50,391 (20) | $50,269 (9) | $50,491 (11) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $77,100 (235) | $77,753 (112) | $76,504 (123) |
| Professor | $110,054 (38) | $112,849 (18) | $107,539 (20) |
| Associate Professor | $81,468 (40) | $80,142 (21) | $82,933 (19) |
| Assistant Professor | $70,582 (137) | $70,964 (64) | $70,248 (73) |
| Instructor | $50,391 (20) | $50,269 (9) | $50,491 (11) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | Coed Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | ||||
| All Athletes | 77 | 27 | 41 | 9 |
| Basketball | 13 | 13 | - | - |
| Track and Field and Cross Country (Combined) | 14 | 4 | 10 | - |
| Tennis | 15 | 7 | 8 | - |
| Volleyball | 15 | - | 15 | - |
| Bowling | 11 | 3 | 8 | - |
| Table Tennis | 9 | - | - | 9 |
| Coaches Salaries | ||||
| Head Coaches | - | $4,331 | $3,331 | $3,750 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $2,000 | $2,200 | - |
| Coaches | ||||
| All Coaches | 16 | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Basketball | 4 | 4 | - | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - | - |
| Track and Field and Cross Country (Combined) | 2 | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - | - |
| Tennis | 4 | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 | - |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 | - |
| Bowling | 2 | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - | - |
| Table Tennis | 2 | - | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 86%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 72%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 57% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 45% |
| Female | 59% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 58% |
| American Indian | 100% |
| Black | 43% |
| Asian | 57% |
| Hispanic | 50% |
| White | 61% |
| Unknown | 53% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
