BFA in Packaging Design

Fashion Institute of Technology (United States) · 227 West 27th Street New York City 10001-5992

About University:

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) is a public college in New York City. It is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) and focuses on art, business, design, mass communication, and technology connected to the fashion industry. It was founded in 1944.

Seventeen majors are offered through the School of Art and Design, and ten through the Jay and Patty Baker School of Business and Technology leading to an A.A.S., B.F.A., or B.S. The School of Liberal Arts offers a B.S. in art history and museum professions and a B.S. in film and media. The School of Graduate Studies offers seven programs leading to a Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, or Master of Professional Studies.

In addition to the degree programs, FIT offers a wide selection of non-credit courses through the Center for Professional Studies. One of the most popular programs is the "Sew Like a Pro" series, which teaches basic through advanced sewing skills.

FIT is an accredited institutional member of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, the National Association of Schools of Art and Design,[10] and the Council for Interior Design Accreditation. FIT publishes research on store branding and store positioning. In 1967, FIT faculty and staff won the first higher education union contract in New York State.

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About University:

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) is a public college in New York City. It is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) and focuses on art, business, design, mass communication, and technology connected to the fashion industry. It was founded in 1944.

Seventeen majors are offered through the School of Art and Design, and ten through the Jay and Patty Baker School of Business and Technology leading to an A.A.S., B.F.A., or B.S. The School of Liberal Arts offers a B.S. in art history and museum professions and a B.S. in film and media. The School of Graduate Studies offers seven programs leading to a Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, or Master of Professional Studies.

In addition to the degree programs, FIT offers a wide selection of non-credit courses through the Center for Professional Studies. One of the most popular programs is the "Sew Like a Pro" series, which teaches basic through advanced sewing skills.

FIT is an accredited institutional member of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, the National Association of Schools of Art and Design,[10] and the Council for Interior Design Accreditation. FIT publishes research on store branding and store positioning. In 1967, FIT faculty and staff won the first higher education union contract in New York State.

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Program Details:

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Basic Info

Institute

School of Art & Design

Degree

BFA

Duration

4 years

STEM Designated

Yes

Program

Packaging Design

Expense

Living Expenses

USD 15000

Tuition Fee (Domestic)

USD 8200

Tuition Fee (International)

USD 22700

Eligibility

Minimum/ Avg Score

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL

80

PTE

53

Duolingo

110

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Intake Deadline 1

01 Nov, 2025

(January-2026)

Intake Deadline 2

01 Jan, 2026

(August-2026)

Document Required:

  • Credential Evaluation

    Common Document

    International applicants: If you are a high school student earning college credit, please forward a transcript from the awarding college or university.

  • Essay

    University Specific

    After receiving the initial confirmation from FIT, you will receive a second email providing an individualized link to submit your essay, and, if you are a transfer student, a list of your in-progress courses. Your essay should answer the following questions: 1.What makes you a perfect candidate for FIT? 2.Why are you interested in the major you are applying to? The essay is your chance to tell us more about your experiences, activities, and accomplishments. (No more than 750 words, please.)

  • High School Transcript

    Common Document

    If you are a high school student earning college credit, please forward a transcript from the awarding college or university.

  • Portfolio

    University Specific

    PORTFOLIO A BFA applicant portfolio should consist of design work that demonstrates a breadth of strengths including: creativity; innovative thinking; conceptual development process; drawing ability; color sensibilities, 2D and 3D design skills, design composition; digital design; and ability to work in a variety of media. At least one strong example of the applicants’ design development process should be submitted. Applicants should submit 12-15 pieces of their strongest and most current work. Please be advised that SlideRoom allows a MAXIMUM of 5 files per portfolio submission. Each of these files may be a PDF (up to 10MB) or a video (up to 250MB). The applicant will need to include multiple pieces of work in one or more of the files submitted in order to present the 12-15 pieces requested. This may be accomplished by creating and submitting multi-page PDFs. Provide 1-5 items. Video (up to 250MB each), PDFs (up to 10MB each)

  • Secondary School Report

    Common Document

    All official secondary and post-secondary transcripts sent directly from your schools to FIT. Electronic delivery of transcripts will be the quickest way to receive and process your documents.

  • Test Score Report

    Common Document

    IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo

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