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Application Documents

Required Documents

  1. 1High School Transcript
    • High school seniors: Full high school transcript from Grades 9-12
    • High school graduates: Full high school transcript from Grades 9-12
    • GED applicants:GED certification + high school transcript (if applicable)
      • Applicants are highly advised to submit SAT, ACT, or other academic credentials.
    • Transfer applicants: Full high school transcript from Grades 9-12 & full college transcript
  2. 2Personal Statement
    • A form is provided within the online application page and must be 750 words or less
    • Applicants with gap year(s) are highly encouraged to provide relevant explanations.
    • An additional essay for transfer students is required.
  3. 3Standardized English Test Scores
    • Minimum Requirement and Institution Code
      Standardized English Test Scores – Test, Minimum Score, Institution Code
      Test Minimum Score Institution Code
      TOEFL iBT 80 2257
      IELTS 6.5 Fashion Institute of Technology
      DET (Duolingo) 110 Fashion Institute of Technology
      • Official reporting through the testing agency must be completed by the application deadline
      • Copies of test scores must be uploaded in the online application
      • Submitting a standardized English test score may be waived if:
        • Applicant has completed 4 years of English (not ESL) at a high school located in the U.S.
    • 4Fashion Design Portfolio (Fashion Design Major Applicants ONLY)
      • Fashion Design Portfolio Guideline

        *Deadlines listed on the portfolio guideline pertain to the FIT NY Campus

      • 4 different projects assigned by FIT NY
        • 1 essay, 2 design projects, and 1 sewing project
      • Applicants will receive the portfolio submission link through email after the online application and payment has been made.

Supplementary Documents (Optional)

  • Other documents listed below may be submitted as additional documents:
    SAT, ACT, AP, IB, A-level, College Scholastic Ability Test, high school portfolio, certificates, awards, etc.

Please Note:

  • All submitted documents MUST be issued in English
  • Scholarship/Financial Aid applications MUST be submitted with the online application.
  • Applicants that attended secondary or post-secondary school(s) outside of the US or South Korea must have the transcript(s) verified by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
  • Provisional Admissions is NOT available for FIT applicants.