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The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, also known as FIDM, is a coeducational, specialized, private college located in Los-Angeles, California, United States. The institute is committed to educating students for the fashion, entertainment, interior design, and graphic design industries. FIDM operates three branches in California which are located in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego. FIDM offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study.
Many students of the Fashion Institute have gone on to become famous. Some of the notable alumni are Kevin Hall, Fashion Designer, King of the Red Carpet; Mona May, Costume Designer; Pamela Skaist-Levy, co-founder of Juicy Couture; and Monique Lhuillier, Bridal Designer.
Fashion Institute is in a large city, in Los Angeles, CA. The school is classified as a private, for-profit college. Students at Fashion Institute earn degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
Students and faculty are generally focused on one of the school's main fields of study. The most common major fields study at Fashion Institute include design, business and management, and construction trades.
The school does not admit all applicants.
Fashion Institute, in 2007-2008, had 4,644 students (4,103 full-time equivalent). The student body at the school is essentially female.
More complete details are provided below.
The Fashion Institute Of Design & Merchandising Los Angeles
919 S Grand Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90015-1421
General Phone: (213) 624-1200
http://WWW.FIDM.EDU
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Design | 878 | fashion design, design and visual communication, interior design, graphic design |
| Business and Management | 780 | fashion merchandising, business and related services |
| Construction Trades | 170 | apparel and textile courses, apparel and textiles |
| Media | 25 | digital communications |
Number of programs and degrees for Fashion Institute in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 1,788 | 8 |
| Bachelor's degree | 65 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Fashion Institute had a total enrollment of 4,644 students (4,103 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 12% |
| Women | 88% |
| Full-Time | 95% |
| Part-Time | 5% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 56% |
| (Foreign Students) | 44% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 33% |
| 20-21 | 28% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 66% |
| (International Students) | 4% |
| Washington | 3% |
| Texas | 3% |
| Arizona | 3% |
| New Jersey | 2% |
| New York | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Hawaii | 1% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 60 % |
| Part-Time | 70 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Los Angeles, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,104 | 1,476 | 70% | 1,033 | 70% |
| Men | 225 | 162 | 72% | 120 | 74% |
| Women | 1,879 | 1,314 | 70% | 913 | 69% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 20,735 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,735 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,160 |
Financial Aid:
Fashion Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1111200)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 27 | $46,540 | 34 | $51,404 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 27 | $46,540 | 34 | $51,404 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Fashion Merchandising
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Apparel and Textiles, General
Apparel and Textiles, Other
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
Fashion/Apparel Design
Graphic Design
Interior Design
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Fashion Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in design (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in construction trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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