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The Office of
International Programs
INTERNATIONAL FASHION DESIGN IN MILAN
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2012/2013 APPLICATION
DEADLINE: FEB 17, 2012 |
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THE PROGRAM
The FIT International Fashion Design in Milan program
provides a study abroad opportunity for BFA students to
study fashion design in both the U.S. and Italy. The
international dimension of the two-year program requires
that students reside in Milan for one year, studying in
English at the Politecnico di Milano (Polimi), and to reside
in New York City for the other year, studying at FIT.
Students may opt to study in Milan or NYC during either
their third or fourth year.
In these two international cities, students follow a
specialized program focusing on the unique dynamics that
characterize the differences and similarities between
European and American fashion.
In Italy, students have access to trade shows, cultural
events and field trips to Italian mills and factories. An
intense mandatory week of fashion study in an additional
European capital further broadens the students' perspective.
In the third year of the program in Milan students can
follow the Knitwear, Sportswear, or Children’s Wear
specializations of the Fashion Design BFA program. During
their fourth year in NYC, students complete their required
specialization courses along with most General Education
courses.
Only the Sportswear/Children’s Wear specializations are
offered in the fourth year of the Fashion Design BFA program
in Milan. The fourth year of the Knitwear specialization is
not offered. The program structure provides full academic
credit toward degree requirements.
The FIT International Programs Office will assist you in
applying to the program and preparing to live abroad --
helping you with housing, visas and a general orientation to
living in Italy.
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ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must meet all of
the requirements listed below:
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You must have been accepted into the
BFA Degree Program (3rd or 4th year).
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You must have completed all AAS
degree requirements.
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You must receive departmental
approval.
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You must have a minimum 3.0 grade
point average.
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You must have completed one semester
of Italian.
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You must obtain a visa for study in
Italy if accepted. The Office of International
Programs will assist any students who have been
accepted to study in Milan.
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You will be registered for the
classes you are advised to take during the academic
advisement process. Remember you risk jeopardizing
your Financial Aid if you do not maintain 12 credits
for each semester in Italy.
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THE
CURRICULUM
The International Bachelor of
Fine Arts Degree Program |
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PHOTO GALLERY & EXPERIENCES
Studying abroad has drastically changed the
lives of many students. See what students are doing in Milan
and share in their experiences by reading the comments below
and viewing the collection of photos compiled by the
students themselves:
photo gallery
(coming soon!)
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"Moving
to Milano has changed my life. It was
the best decision I have ever made.
Living in Milan grants you direct
access to the rest of Italy as well as
the rest of the world, besides the fact
that Italy is one of the most beautiful
countries in the world. 10 Corso Como,
apertivo, and riding your bike along the
Navigli with a new pair of platforms in
your basket from the market is also a
plus."
Jessica Repetto, Fashion Design
3rd Year 07/08
repetto.jessica@gmail.com
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"I had the
pleasure of studying in both Florence
and Milan under the FIT Study Abroad
Program. These experiences are once in a
lifetime (twice for me.) I cannot choose
my favorite part of the experience, but
I would say that it is somewhere
between, roaming the enchanting streets
of Italy with close friends, attending
exclusive industry tradeshows and art
exhibitions and having the freedom and
opportunities to explore Europe whenever
I wanted. My years abroad gave me a
freedom that I had not yet found in New
York. I was able to blossom as a person
and designer. I learned so much about
Italy and all of the many other
countries that I had only dreamed of
visiting as a child became routine
weekend excursions for me. I can only
describe my experiences as a dream. I
often call some of my closest friends,
who I met during my time abroad, just to
make sure that it really happened. I
learned Italian because I made the most
of my time in Italy and did not take it
for granted. My only advice would be if
you are able to make it in a far away
country for a full school year, apply!
Don’t expect it to be anything like New
York (because it’s NOT) and just take
every opportunity you get to explore,
learn and make new connections for the
future. I only wish I could do it
again!"
Katherine Scott,
Fashion Design
3rd Year, Florence 06/07
4th Year, Milan 07/08
katherine_scott1@fitnyc.edu
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POLITECNICO DI MILANO CAMPUS
"The Politecnico di Milano was
established in 1863 by a group of scholars and entrepreneurs
belonging to prominent Milanese families. The Politecnico di
Milano is now ranked as one of the most outstanding European
universities in Engineering, Architecture and Industrial
Design, and in many disciplines is regarded as a leading
research institution worldwide.
The Politecnico di Milano is
nowadays organised in 17 departments and a network of 9
Schools of Engineering, Architecture and Industrial Design
spread over 7 campuses over the Lombardy region with a
central administration and management. The 9 schools are
devoted to education whereas the 17 departments are devoted
to research.
The number of students enrolled in all
campuses is approximately 40,000, which makes the
Politecnico di Milano the largest institution in Italy for
Engineering, Architecture and Industrial Design."
Giulio Ballio, Rector, Politecnico di Milano
See
Map of Politecnico di Milano
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CERTOSA
RESIDENCE HALLS
Temporary housing is made available for the
first month's stay in Milan at the Certosa Residence Halls.
Students have the option of remaining at the Certosa for the
entire academic year or, choose to prepare their own
arrangements from a list of suggested halls of residence.
Temporary Residence Reservation Form:
[to be posted]
All students must print, complete and submit
to the Office of International Programs at B119, the
Temporary Residence Reservation Form. Students must
indicate whether they desire a reservation or, if they will
arrange their own stay upon their arrival to Milan.
Useful Links:
Certosa Photo Gallery
Certosa Brochure
Map of Campus Certosa Residence
RESET, Residenze Studentesche e
Temporanee
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Certosa
Residence Halls |
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Front View |
Sample Room 1 |
Side View |
Sample Room 2 |
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ADDITIONAL HOUSING
Italian universities are
organized differently from most international institutions. Italian campuses consist of academic and
administrative buildings as well as departments and
laboratories. Students' residences are not part of the
campus. All campuses of the Politecnico di Milano are
organized according to this model.
Although FIT in Milan cannot guarantee a
place in any one specific residence halls, the FIT in Milan
office will offer assistance in this process and offer
assistance with finding information and resources for
private apartments. The Erasmus student network at the
Politecnico di Milano
can also assist with non-profit resources and lease
checking. Students are responsible for their own private
housing bookings, deadlines and payments.
[A brochure will be posted here
with detailed
information]
Students may also decide to choose to live in
privately rented housing. To this extent, you can contact
WebCasa. It is a
service offered by University Lab, a Politecnico student
association. They collect private announcements for
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ENTRANCE CLEARANCE & VISAS
A valid passport and Schengen (Italian) study
visa is absolutely necessary for students accepted to study
abroad in the International Fashion Design Program. Students are assisted with the Italian study visa
application process by the Office of International Programs.
Important Reminders:
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All students must have a signed and valid
passport.
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Passports must be valid for at least 90 days beyond the date of return to the
United States or home country.
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All students will receive assistance by the
FIT office of International Programs in New
York, for the (Schengen)
Italian Study Visa
Application process.
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After receiving an Italian visa and other
official documentation from the Italian
Consulate, preparation is made by FIT in
Milan for
the Permesso di Soggiorno (Permission of
Stay) application process. Again, this will
be prepared and handled by the FIT office in
Milan.
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BUDGET & EXPENSES
Estimated Cost Per Academic Year
Costs for IFD in Milan
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CALENDAR
FALL
2012
Departure from USA:
31 August 2012
Arrival to Milan:
1 September 2012
FIT Milan
Orientation: 3-7 September 2012
PDS
Application Due: 7 September 2012
Italian Language Course: 10-28
September 2012
Fall Semester Begins: 1 October 2012
Holiday Break: to
be announced
Fall Semester Resume:
to be determined
Fall Semester Ends: 1 February 2013 (to
be
confirmed)
SPRING
2013
Spring Semester
Fieldtrip:
to be determined
Spring Semester Begins:
25 February 2013
(to be confirmed)
Spring Break:
to be determined
Spring Semester Ends:
28 June 2013 (to be confirmed)
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APPLY ONLINE
Before applying online, be
sure you have read and become familiar with the
information outlined above.
Completed Application:
1. Online Application
2. Online Written
Statement
3. Two Academic
References
4. Most Recent DARS
Audit
5. Interview with
Academic Advisor
Apply Here
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Office of International Programs
Seventh Avenue at 27th Street, Room B119
New York, NY 10001-5992
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