QUICK ANSWER
FIT is not a four-year art school with one entry point. It runs a 2+2 structure: a two-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) first, then a separate BFA stage, which starts in fall only. As a SUNY college it charges out-of-state students $8,685 a semester at the AAS level and $10,846 at the BFA level.
For Korean families that means a much lower sticker price than private New York schools, but also a second admission step halfway through. Plan for both before choosing FIT.
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FIT at a Glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Structure | AAS (two years), then BFA (two years); BFA entry in fall only |
| Out-of-state tuition | AAS $8,685 a semester; BFA $10,846 a semester |
| Fashion Design AAS portfolio | Essay up to 250 words; Project 1 (3–6 images), Project 2 (4–8), sewing project (4–9) |
| English | TOEFL 4 (each section 4) or 80; IELTS 6.5; PTE 53; Duolingo 110 |
| Foreign transcripts | Evaluation by a NACES member service |
| Final documents | All final transcripts and test scores before registration |
From FIT admissions, international, portfolio and tuition pages, checked October 2026.
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Planning Around the 2+2 Structure
- Read the AAS portfolio prompt for your major. Fashion Design asks for two projects and a sewing project, 11–23 items in all.
- Check the application and portfolio dates. FIT lists January 1 and February 1 dates for fall entry, and October 1 and November 1 for spring.
- Plan the BFA step early. BFA entry is fall only, so the AAS years should build towards it.
- Budget per semester. FIT’s low tuition is per semester; add New York housing and living costs.
FOR KOREAN STUDENTS
Our record lists 11 FIT acceptances and no scholarship awards. FIT is a public SUNY college, so compare total cost rather than awards. See Parsons vs FIT and the Korean FIT guide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is FIT a four-year BFA school?
FIT uses a 2+2 structure: a two-year AAS, then a two-year BFA that starts in fall only.
How much is FIT for international students?
Out-of-state tuition is $8,685 a semester for the AAS and $10,846 for the BFA.
What does the Fashion Design portfolio include?
An essay of up to 250 words, two projects and a sewing project.
What TOEFL score does FIT need?
TOEFL 80, or 4 with at least 4 in each section; IELTS 6.5, PTE 53 or Duolingo 110.
Do I need a transcript evaluation?
Yes. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES member service.
ROYAL BLUE ART & DESIGN
Our director has taught Korean students for U.S. art schools for 19 years, from our studio in Apgujeong, Seoul. Our results page lists 1,099 acceptances, 2009–2026, each confirmed directly with the student, including 11 at FIT. Call 02-3446-5929 or book a consultation.
From FIT admissions, international student, portfolio and tuition pages. Royal Blue figures from our results record (2009–2026). Checked October 2026. If something here has changed, tell us and we will correct it.
Related reading: FIT Guide (Korean) · Parsons vs MICA · After Admission · Researching Schools · Royal Blue Results