Fashion Institute is located in San Diego, CA (a large city). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Fashion Institute is the Associate's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Fashion Institute is known for its programs in business and management.
The school does not offer open admission.
Fashion Institute had 304 enrolled students in 2007-2008. A very high share of students at the school are female.
More complete details are provided below.
The Fashion Institute Of Design & Merchandising San Diego
350 Tenth Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101-4903
General Phone: (619) 235-2049
http://FIDM.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 54 | fashion merchandising |
Number of programs and degrees for Fashion Institute in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 54 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Fashion Institute had a total enrollment of 304 students (229 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 3% |
| Women | 97% |
| Full-Time | 95% |
| Part-Time | 5% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 74% |
| (Foreign Students) | 26% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 45% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 84% |
| Minnesota | 3% |
| Oregon | 2% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Utah | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
| Part-Time | 65 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of San Diego, 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 | 222 | 147 | 66% | 110 | 75% |
| Men | 14 | 7 | 50% | 3 | 43% |
| Women | 208 | 140 | 67% | 107 | 76% |
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 1111204)
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 | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Fashion Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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