About FIT
We’re original. We’re globally celebrated. We’re a proud member of the SUNY family.
We’re FIT, and we're glad to meet you.
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:
7,844
Graduate:
264
Nondegree:
269
Total:
8,108
<25
students. We keep our classes small and our circle tight to ensure our students get personalized attention.
Student Demographics
Ethnicity (% of known race)
American Indian/Alaskan Native <1%
Asian: 13%
Black: 9%
Hispanic: 23%
Multiracial: 5%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander <1%
Nonresident Alien 12%
Unknown: <1%
White: 38%
Gender
Female: 82%
Male: 18%
Geography
New York City: 36%
New York State: 24%
Out-of-state: 29%
International: 11%
Creativity Has a Passport
Study abroad through an FIT or SUNY program.
60+
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.
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.
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.