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Private For-Profit4-year

FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

Los Angeles, California Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3364
Nationally
#426
In California
42%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$31,725
Annual Tuition
per year
1,319
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
45/100
Average
#3364 nationally
#426 in California
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability25
🎯Selectivity50
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth58

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is a private for-profit four-year university located in Los Angeles, California. With 1,319 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 42%, the institution is considered selective. Annual tuition is $31,725, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $37,735 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate42%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
412
Applied
171
Admitted
48
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$31,725/yr
Room & Board$2,183/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$36,508/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$31,725↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$37,735
$30,001 – $48,000$38,265
$48,001 – $75,000$42,657
$75,001 – $110,000$44,561
Over $110,000$46,206
Student Body
1,319
Total Undergrads
84% F / 16% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 29%
Hispanic 25%
Black 7%
Asian 12%
Two or more 0%
International 20%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($31,725/yr) is well below the national average for private for-profit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $2,183/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (1,319 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $37,735/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationLos Angeles, California
SettingCity: Large
Size1,000–4,999
Affordability Spotlight
$37,735
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#426
in California out of 7+ colleges
#3364
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.