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Fashion Institute of Technology

New York, New York · Public

67%acceptance rate
–SAT middle 50%
–ACT middle 50%
$19,649average net price, in-state

Fashion Institute of Technology admitted 67% of 3,583 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). Test scores aren’t considered (test blind).

Your chances at Fashion Institute of Technology

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Target

It doesn’t look at test scores, so this uses the admit rate (67%) alone.

A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more. To see your whole list at once, use the chances calculator.

Early decision and early action

Fashion Institute of Technology doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

313 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, and 197 were admitted from it.

What admissions weighs

How Fashion Institute of Technology rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • GPA
  • Essay
  • Talent or ability

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Class rank
  • Activities
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience

Not considered

  • Test scores
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.60 GPA.

  • 4.012%
  • 3.75–3.9920%
  • 3.50–3.7419%
  • 3.25–3.4919%
  • 3.00–3.2416%
  • 2.50–2.999%
  • 2.00–2.494%
  • Under 2.00.9%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $35,943 in-state and $46,523 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $19,649 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$17,337
  • $30–48k$19,541
  • $48–75k$24,077
  • $75–110k$25,914
  • $110k+$28,837

Quick answers

What is Fashion Institute of Technology’s acceptance rate?

Fashion Institute of Technology admitted 67% of applicants: 2,401 of 3,583 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

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