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Laboratory Institute of Merchandising, LIM, is a private four-year institute in Manhattan, New York that was founded in 1939 by Maxwell F. Marcuse. LIM offers programs at the associate's, bachelor's, and master's degree levels in subjects like visual merchandising, management, marketing, communication, finance, and technology. The institute also organizes two study-abroad tours and an exchange program.
Laboratory Institute of Merchandising has a vibrant student life. The Student Council, which represents the student body, acts as a link between the college administrators and the students. Among other on-campus clubs and organizations are the Visual Merchandising Club, the Creative Writing Club, the Black Retail Action Group, and the Fashion Design Club.
Laboratory Institute Of Merchandising is in a large city, in New York, NY. The school is classified as a private, for-profit college. Students at Laboratory Institute Of Merchandising 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 Laboratory Institute Of Merchandising include business and management.
The school does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007-2008 was 440 to 520 for students at Laboratory Institute Of Merchandising. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 420 and 510.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 1,107 students (1,187 full-time equivalent). The student body at Laboratory Institute Of Merchandising is essentially female.
Dorm living is common.
More complete details are provided below.
Laboratory Institute Of Merchandising
12 E 53rd St
New York, NY 10022-5268
General Phone: (212) 752-1530
http://www.limcollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 224 | fashion merchandising, marketing, business management |
| Design | 15 | design and visual communication |
Number of programs and degrees for Laboratory Institute Of Merchandising in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 212 | 4 |
| Associate's degree | 27 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Laboratory Institute Of Merchandising had a total enrollment of 1,107 students (1,187 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 5% |
| Women | 95% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 68% |
| Black | 10% |
| Hispanic | 15% |
| Asian | 6% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 38% |
| 20-21 | 37% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 2% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 68 % |
Laboratory Institute Of Merchandising offers campus housing for 389 of its 1,187 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of New York, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,063 | 547 | 51% | 298 | 54% |
| Men | 57 | 25 | 44% | 15 | 60% |
| Women | 1,006 | 522 | 52% | 283 | 54% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 520 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 510 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 89% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 10% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 19,825 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 19,825 |
| Room and board | $ 18,950 |
| Room charge | $ 14,950 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,100 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,200 |
Financial Aid:
Laboratory Institute Of Merchandising participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 746600)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 15 | $69,908 | 11 | $55,248 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 15 | $69,908 | 11 | $55,248 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Fashion Merchandising
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Laboratory Institute Of Merchandising 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 5% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
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 Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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