Fashion Merchandising at Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, NY

Business, Management & Marketing Associate's CIP 52.1902

Total Graduates

660

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

14%

93 of 660

Female Graduates

86%

567 of 660

Annual Tuition

$7,170

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Fashion Merchandising

Associate's 660 grads Bachelor's 406 grads

Program Popularity

#1
of 29 colleges nationally
96.6%
Produces more graduates than 96.6% of colleges offering this program
1,082
Total national graduates (Associate's)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Fashion Merchandising.
Degree Level Associate's
CIP Code 52.1902
Program Family Business, Management & Marketing

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 660 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 14% male, 86% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Sales representatives, wholesale and manufacturing, except technical and scientific products

Primary Occupation
$66,780
Median Annual Salary
$37,860 $134,470
10th percentile 90th percentile
1,266,860 employed nationally +0.3% projected growth

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$66,780

10-Year Job Growth

+0.3%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$53,424+0.3%
75%
primary100% confidence
N/A0%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$50,085

Peak Salary

$83,475

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (6)

Speaking
Active Listening
Persuasion
Social Perceptiveness
Negotiation
Critical Thinking

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

E
Enterprising
C
Conventional
R
Realistic

leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Leadership roles
  • Sales
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Building things
  • Working with hands

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Confident
Persuasive
Organized
Detail-oriented
Practical
Hands-on

💡 Interests

Leadership roles
Sales
Organization
Data management
Building things
Working with hands

Work Values

Active Listening
Speaking
Negotiation
Achievement
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?

2

Do you value active listening?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

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