About FIT

We’re original. We’re globally celebrated. We’re a proud member of the SUNY family.

Our mission is in tune with the needs, talents, and desires of our students, faculty, and partners. And our long, storied history is the ballast to our bright, innovative future.

We’re FIT, and we're glad to meet you.

Being part of SUNY makes us affordable—and makes you connected. You’ll get an outstanding education without breaking the bank—and be connected to the people, ideas, research, and resources at SUNY’s 64 dynamic campuses.

This is Us

Think-and-Do Majors

During admission, choose from our 29 majors. Starting on day one, you’ll dive right in to the subject that is your passion!

 

All FIT majors balance theoretical study with hands-on learning—like lab, studio, classroom practice, and real-world internships. This blend is FIT’s winning ticket. You’ll graduate with excellent workplace skills and high professional confidence.

Enrollment

Undergraduate:

7,959

Graduate:

232

Nondegree:

276

Total:

8,191

<25

students. We keep our classes small and our circle tight to ensure our students get personalized attention.

Student Demographics

Ethnicity (% of known race)

Asian: 12%

Black: 9%

Hispanic: 22%

Multiracial: 4%

International: 10%

Unknown: 1%

White: 41%

Gender

Female: 83%
Male: 17%

Geography

New York City: 39%

New York State: 25%

Out-of-state: 26%

International: 10%

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Creativity Has a Passport

Study abroad through an FIT or SUNY program. 

60+

academic opportunities to explore the world

COLLABORATION IS
A WAY OF LIFE

There’s a new creative economy at the crossroads of design, business, culture, and technology. It’s interdisciplinary, it’s powered by innovation, and it runs on teamwork. FIT classes encourage you to join forces with classmates and teachers.

FIT Faculty

FIT’s faculty are experienced industry professionals, serious scholars, and committed mentors dedicated to the success of their students. And they’re as passionate about teaching as they are about inspiring others with the work they do.

 

How do we describe them? Inventive, collaborative, motivating, skilled, devoted, talented, creative—and really, really smart. They make an FIT education extraordinary.

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FIT IS NYC. NYC IS FIT​

Let the creative buzz of the city that never sleeps inspire you to raise the bar of what’s possible.

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Sustainability
at FIT

Sustainability—acting in ways that ensure that the planet and its people stay healthy, safe, and productive now and in the future—is one of FIT’s most important commitments.