FIT in Milan
FIT in Milan
The FIT Fashion Design (BFA) and Fashion Business Management (AAS) program in Milan offers FIT students the option to study in Italy, absorbing a distinctive cultural perspective while preparing for a career without global boundaries.
Classes are taught in English at Politecnico di Milano (PoliMi).
Fall Semester/Academic Year: approvals on an ongoing basis until 1 December (year prior to study)
Spring Semester: approvals on an ongoing basis until 1 May (year prior to study)
Early applicants receive preference. Interviews may take place after the application deadline
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- IT111 must be completed prior to the program start date
- Matriculation in an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program
- Students must obtain the approval of the Department International Coordinator and from the Academic Advisement Center.
WHAT SEMESTER(S) CAN I STUDY ABROAD?
Fashion Business Management (AAS): 4th Semester
Fashion Design (BFA)*
- All Specializations: 5th Semester
- Sportswear: full 3rd year, 5th, 6th. or 7th semester
*only sportswear specializations are available after the 5th semester.
Students must maintain a full-time semester credit load of 12 credits or more during their program.
Fall 2025
Arrival in Milan: August 26
Mandatory Orientation: August 27-29
First day of classes: September 1
Last day of classes: December 19
Spring 2026
Arrival in Milan: January 13
Mandatory Orientation: January 14-16
First day of classes: January 19
Last day of classes: May 15
Students are generally expected to arrive the day before orientation begins. Please note that field trip dates are yet to be confirmed. A finalized schedule will be posted when it becomes available.
Students are responsible for making their own accommodation arrangements for the duration of their stay.
You will be required to apply for a Study Visa for the duration of your stay in Italy. You should carefully review the Study Visa requirements. Supporting documentation will be provided after approval.
FIT requires all students to be covered in the U.S. and Internationally for the duration of their study abroad program. Students are automatically enrolled in the UHC Study Abroad Insurance, which is included in the program budget below. This policy is SUNY-mandated, therefore, it cannot be waived.
The UHC Study Abroad Insurance is ACA compliant and students may waive the FIT Haylor Student Health Insurance using the Study Abroad policy.
FIT in Milan Financial Budget Sheet (Fashion Business Management)
FIT in Milan Financial Budget Sheet (Fashion Design)
A copy of this form may be taken to Financial Aid Services for a careful review of your program costs with an assigned financial aid counselor.
See the Paying for Study Abroad page.