Open to high school students, LIM Fashion Academy gives you a firsthand look at what it’s like to study and work in the fashion industry in New York City.
Through non-credit courses taught by fashion industry experts, you’ll create portfolio-ready projects, explore career paths, connect with brands and businesses, and gain experience both in and outside the classroom.
From design and styling to merchandising and branding, you can customize your week by choosing the courses that match your interests—and get a head start on your college and career journey in the fashion capital of the world.
Fashion Academy 2026 is now closed. Pre-register for Fashion Academy 2027 to be notified as soon as registration opens.
Program at a Glance
Dates
One-week courses are offered July 12-15 and July 19-22. Students may register for multiple courses.
Eligibility
Open to current high school students (rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors). Students must be 14-18 years old by the first day of the program.
Registration
Registration opens soon! Students may register for multiple courses.
Housing
Fashion Academy is a day program, so student housing is not provided. But our team can help families identify and evaluate nearby housing options. Contact fashionacademy@limcollege.edu for information.
Meals
Lunch is provided Monday–Thursday from 12:00–1:00 p.m., featuring different industry guest speakers as part of our "Fashion at Lunch" series.
Program Cost
Courses range from $325–$375 each. Bundle discounts are automatically applied when you register for multiple courses.
"Try on" a NYC Fashion Education
An immersive, hands-on experience that lets you explore academics, campus life, and New York City just like an LIM student.
Program Schedule
You may register for as many courses as your schedule allows.
| Course | Dates | Time | Cost |
| Fashion Merchandising, Marketing & Branding | July 12-15, 2027 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | $325 |
| Fashion Styling | July 12-15, 2027 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | $375 |
| Fashion Design Studio | July 19-22, 2027 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | $350 |
| Creative Direction & Trend Forecasting | July 19-22, 2027 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | $325 |
Fashion Merchandising, Marketing & Branding
Are you interested in working for a fashion brand or starting your own? Discover how brands go from concept to consumer. Students will create a digital mood board and explore social media and influencer marketing.
Dates: July 12-15, 2027
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $325
Faculty and site visit information coming soon!
Fashion Styling
Working with a celebrity stylist, students will learn all about the behind the scenes of fashion styling. You will brainstorm and plan a fashion campaign, pull looks, and style a live photoshoot with a professional model and creative team.
Dates: July 12-15, 2027
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $350
Faculty and site visit information coming soon!
Fashion Design Studio
Are you interested in fashion design? Spend the week in the LIM Sewing Studio to learn basic sewing skills while creating a fashion product. Visit a fabric store in the garment district and secure fabrics like they do on Project Runway!
Dates: July 19-22, 2027
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $375
Faculty and site visit information coming soon!
Creative Direction & Trend Forecasting
Experience what it is like to be a creative director for a fashion brand. Through style and trend forecasting, discover how creative directors shape the overall visual style and vision for a fashion brand or personal client, and visit a forecasting company.
Dates: July 19-22, 2027
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $325
Faculty and site visit information coming soon!
Bundle & Save
• 2 courses → $25 off
• 3 courses → $50 off
• 4 courses → $75 off
Refund Policy
• Withdraw at least 1 week before start → 100% refund minus $25 fee
• Withdraw less than 1 week before → 50% refund minus $25 fee
• After classes begin → No refunds
• If LIM cancels a course → 100% refund