Department of International Trade and Marketing (ITM)

                       

A mandatory Orientation Session for new students admitted to start ITM program in Spring 2009 will take place on Thursday, January 22, 2009. - BS Degree Students: 3:00pm-5:00pm in room B-304 - Evening/Weekend Degree Students: 5:00pm-6:00pm in room SR-1(located in "D" building basement)

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ITM's 10th Anniversary Video

 Contact ITM's Admissions Liaison:  Professor Shireen Musa

ABOUT ADMISSION TO ITM PROGRAM

What is the ITM program about?

Click here to learn about the ITM program at FIT.

Does ITM have an Associate degree program?

No, currently, ITM does not have a lower division program, thus all incoming students join it with an earned Associate degree or a minimum of 60 credits. ITM also attracts students who have earned Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate degrees.

When does ITM accepts new students?

ITM accepts new students both in the Fall and in the Spring semesters.

When is the best time to submit admissions applications for ITM?

Admissions applications should be complete and hand-delivered to FIT's Office of Admissions. The best time to submit applications are:

- For the Fall semester:       No later than January 1st.

- For the Spring semester:  No later than September 1st.

What is a good Grade Point Average (GPA) to be admitted to ITM?

A good GPA to be admitted to ITM is around 3.0. If your GPA is slightly below 3.0, you might consider including in your application a personal statement explaining your personal situation and what you have done to improve your academic record.

Is a personal statement required in the application?

No, a personal statement is not required in the application. However, if there are special situations in your life, you might want to include a statement to ensure that the Admissions Committee is aware of those situations. It is important that this statement is included in your application package and not sent separately afterwards.

Is a portfolio required to be admitted in ITM?

No, a portfolio is not required to be admitted in ITM

Are letters of recommendation required in the application?

No, letters of recommendation are not required in the application. However, if your GPA is not strong, letters of recommendation from teachers and employers might help the Admissions Committee to understand better your application. It is important that these letters are included in your application package and not sent separately afterwards.

Does the ITM faculty review admissions applications?

No, the ITM department and its faculty does not review admission applications. Applications are reviewed by Admissions Officers and the ITM department does not have any input in admissions decisions.

I am a freshman in another college and I am thinking to join FIT's ITM when I complete my Associate degree. What liberal courses should I be taking now?

Having completed the following 24 liberal arts credits plus two credits of health and physical education will make you a good candidate:

One "English Composition" course (3 credits)
One "literature" or "speech" course (3 credits)
One "Macro-Economics" course (3 credits)
One social science courses such as "General Psychology" or "Introduction to World Affairs" or "Introductory Sociology" (3 credits)
One "science" and one "math" (6 credits)
One "History of Western Art and Civilization" course (3 credits)
One liberal arts course from "English and Speech", or "Foreign Languages", "History of Art", "Science" and "Math", or "Social Sciences" (3 credits"
One "Health and Physical Education" course (2 credits)

If you are missing a few of these courses, you might still be admitted, however, you will be expected to take them while you are in the ITM program.  For more information, visit FIT's Registrar website.
 

How will I be informed that my application was accepted?

You will receive a letter from Admissions Office indicating your acceptance and any conditions if there is any.

How do I inform FIT that I will be attending the ITM program?

As soon as you receive the letter of acceptance from FIT's Admissions Office, bring in person, or mail a check/money order with a tuition deposit of $100 to:

         Fashion Institute of Technology

         Bursar/Cashiering Operations

         Seventh Avenue at 27 Street - Room B127

         New York, NY 10001- 5992

Include a photocopy of the acceptance letter and make sure that your complete name appears on the check. This tuition deposit payment will indicate that you are accepting to become an ITM major. Mail this payment as soon as you receive the acceptance letter.

Can I track online the status of my application?

Yes, you can track your application in this site: http://fitnyc.edu/html/admissions/CheckApplicationStatus/index.html

I received the letter of acceptance to ITM, when will I be advised about selection of classes?

ITM holds a mandatory orientation session for new students the week before classes start. In this session, new students meet the faculty and advisors, learn more about the program, select classes, get their ID cards, etc. Visit the ITM website, or call the ITM secretary at (212) 217-8490 for exact date of mandatory orientation session. SEE ANNOUNCEMENT ON TOP OF THIS PAGE.