The FIT International Fashion Design Program in Florence and New York is a study abroad opportunity for American and international students who want to study fashion design in both the U.S. and Italy. Students who complete the two-year program will be eligible to receive the Associate in Applied Science degree from FIT. Because of the international dimension, the two-year program requires the student to reside in New York City for one year, studying at FIT, and for one year in Florence, studying in English at Polimoda. Students may also attend for the fourth semester only after they have completed three semesters at FIT.

DEADLINES DATES

Current FIT Students
Extended Deadline for 2012/2013: FEBRUARY 17, 2012
To apply, click here

Prospective First-Year Students
Application 2012/2013:
You must select the appropriate campus and major (shown below) and submit the SUNY application.

Campus: Fashion Institute of Technology

Curriculum: Fashion Design (AAS) (First Year in Florence) (2164) Associate

Prospective First-Year Students must submit the SUNY Application

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• 1st Year Associate's Degree Program Abroad (1st and 2nd semesters)
  Prospective first year students may begin the International Fashion Design program in Florence, Italy and continue their studies towards the Associate's Degree at FIT in New York City. Students must be 18 or older by the date the program is to begin. To apply to the program please follow the instructions for prospective students.

• 2nd year Associate's Degree Program Abroad (3rd and 4th semesters)
  Students must receive departmental approval and have completed the first year Fashion Design major courses as well as English, Science/Math, and PE requirements for their AAS degree.

• 4th Semester in Florence Candidates
  Students must meet requirements above, receive departmental approval and specific program advisement.

• Students must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average.

• Students must have completed one semester of Italian.

• Students must be 18 or older by the date the program is to begin.

TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION & HOUSING IN FLORENCE

Arrangements are made for students to stay at the Youth Hostel Firenze 2000.  During this time, students will receive orientation, apply for the Permesso di Soggiorno, look for permanent housing and choose their roommates. Triple and quad rooms with private baths and shower are available.  Final cost includes air-conditioning and a European breakfast in a nearby pastry shop.  A dedicated storage room is provided only for FIT students. Wi-Fi service is also available at an extra affordable cost.

Reserve Your Temporary Accommodation at

Youth Hostel Firenze 2000

Viale Raffaello Sanzio, 16

Firenze 50124 Italia

Fall 2011 Student Arrival

Check-In: Saturday, 27 August 2011

Check-Out: Saturday, 03 September 2011

Youth Hostel Firenze 2000 Form

Deadline: Monday, 25 July 2011

Spring 2012 Student Arrival

Check-In: Saturday, 14 January 2012

Check-Out: Saturday, 21 January 2012

Youth Hostel Firenze 2000 Form

Deadline: Friday, 9 September 2011

FIT student are using the following real estate agencies to arrange for permanent housing in Florence:

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

FALL 2011/SPRING 2012

FALL 2011
Fri 26 August 2011
Sat 27 August 2011

Student Depart from USA
Students Arrive Florence
Check-In Youth Hostel Firenze: Sat., 27 Aug 2011

Mon 29 August 2011

Mon 5 September 2011

Thu 22 December 2011

Mandatory Orientation Week

Fall Semester Begins

Fall Semester Ends

SPRING 2012

Fri 13 January 2012

Sat 14 January 2012

Student Depart from USA

Student Arrive Florence (Sp 12 Students Only)

Check-In Youth Hostel Firenze: Sat., 14 Jan 2012

Mon 16 January 2012

Mon 23 January 2012

Fri 18 May 2012

Mandatory Orientation Week

Spring Semester Begins

Spring Semester Ends

ACADEMIC ADVISING

To find out more about which classes you will need to take to fulfill academic requirements prior to studying abroad, please contact Prof. Eileen Karp, the Program Coordinator for International Fashion Design.