Tuition
& Costs
Invest in
Your Success
At LIM College, you’ll receive an exceptional private education that provides you with the knowledge and skills you’ll need to make your mark in the business of fashion. With an 8-to-1 student to faculty ratio and specialized curriculums focused on hands-on experience, LIM College is your career partner for life.
Undergraduate Costs
2018-19 Academic Year
Full-time Student Annual Costs
| Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $26,210 |
| Enrollment deposit for new accepted students (non-refundable) | $400 |
| Undergraduate Comprehensive Fee | $820 |
| Each Additional Credit Above Maximum Load (19 credits) | $870 |
| Zero-credit Course | $650 |
| Independent Study (per credit) | $870 |
| Student Accident and Sickness Insurance (estimated) | $1,700 |
| International Student Visa Maintenance Fee (per semester) | $500 |
*Not a comprehensive list of fees. For a full list of all fees, please see the College Catalog.
Part-Time Student Cost (Less than 12 Credits per semester)
| Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition per Credit | $870 |
| Registration Fee | $50 |
| Undergraduate Comprehensive Fee | $410 |
| Zero-Credit Course | $650 |
Summer 2018 Undergraduate Tuition & Costs
| EXPENSE | COST |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $720 per credit |
| Zero-credit courses | $600 |
| Independent Study Courses | $700 per credit |
| Registration Fee | $50 (non-refundable) |
| Summer Housing | $1,500 per session |
Undergraduate students should also anticipate approximately $900 per year for textbooks and other supplies.
Graduate Costs
2018-19 Academic Year
Full-time MPS program for 3 semesters (for on-campus study only) and 30 credits
| EXPENSE | COST |
|---|---|
| Tuition (based on the per-credit rate of $950 for the 2018-19 academic year) | $28,500 |
| Graduate Comprehensive Fees (based on full-time attendance) | $500 |
| International Student Visa Maintenance Fee (per term) | $500 |
| International Graduate Student Fee (per term) | $350 |
| Housing | $9,000 - $18,000 |
| Meals | $4,800 |
| Transportation | $2,400 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,400 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,200 |
Online Undergraduate Costs
2017-2018 Academic Year
Full-time AAS program costs by semester (for online study only) based on 12 credits*
| EXPENSE | COST |
|---|---|
| Tuition Per Semester (12 credits per semester, 6 credits per module, at a per-credit rate of $565 for the 2017-18 academic year) | $6,600 |
| Undergraduate Comprehensive Fees Per Semester ($100 per module) | $200 |
| Books & Supplies Per Semester | $450 |
*Subject to change
Online Graduate Costs
2017-18 Academic Year
Full-time MPS program for 3 semesters (for online study only) and 30 credits
| EXPENSE | COST |
|---|---|
| Tuition (based on the per-credit rate of $925 for the 2017-18 academic year) | $27,750 |
| Graduate Comprehensive Fees | $500 |
| Books & Supplies | $900 |
Financial
Aid
We strive to provide top education and career building experience at an affordable rate for you and your family. Every student has access to financial aid through LIM College, federal and state loans, and many other awards.
Within six months of graduation, 91.5 percent of our undergraduate 2016 graduates were working in their career fields
Secure
Your Spot
LIM College offers several options for making payments toward your tuition and costs.
Check Payments
Make a payment using a personal check, money order or cash in person or via mail. Do not mail cash. Make all check payments payable to LIM College and mail to:
LIM College
Office of Student Financial Services
12 East 53rd St.
New York, NY 10022
Online Payments
Sign up for the monthly payment plan offered by Nelnet Business Solutions (service charge applies).
Payment Plan Instruction Flyer
Undergraduate student payment plan.
Graduate student payment plan
Watch the payment plan tutorial video (the process is nearly identical for Undergraduate and Graduate students)
International Wire Transfers
LIM College does not accept direct wire transfers
LIM College has partnered with Flywire in order to streamline the process of international payments. Flywire allows you to pay securely from any country and any bank, generally in your home currency. To get started, click or go to: limcollege.peertransfer.com to begin the payment process. If you have questions about making an international payment, visit https://www.peertransfer.com/help
Undergraduate
Cost Due Dates
May 1 — Enrollment deposit for new accepted students
July 28 – Fall 2017 semester tuition and fees payment deadline
September 29 - Insurance waiver deadline for students who begin in fall 2018
December 12 – Spring 2018 semester tuition and fees payment deadline
January 31 - Insurance waiver deadline for students who begin in spring 2018