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LIM College

New York, NY·Private for-profit·1,133 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. a private for-profit school with 1,133 students.

99%
Accept
1,133
Students
$37,514
Net Price
53%
Grad Rate
$48,900
Earnings
10 yr
$17,500
Debt

About This School

LIM College is a private for-profit institution located in New York, New York with approximately 1,133 undergraduate students enrolled. LIM College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 99%. The average net price after financial aid is $37,514 per year. The graduation rate is 53%, and the typical graduate earns $48,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

LIM College is a private for-profit college in Midtown Manhattan focused on the business of fashion and lifestyle. LIM College offers master's, bachelor's, and associate degree programs in fashion-focused majors with an emphasis on the connection between real-world experience and academic study.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 53% graduation rate and 68% freshman retention rate suggest many students don't finish, which is a real red flag worth investigating before enrolling. If you do graduate, the median earnings of $48,900 after 10 years are modest given the $37,514 annual net price — so this is a school where your career hustle and New York City connections will matter far more than the degree itself. Worth considering only if you're laser-focused on fashion business, have a clear internship plan, and have honestly weighed whether the cost-to-outcome ratio works for your financial situation.

Founded
1939
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing86%
Communications9%
Visual & Performing Arts5%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1090
Reading 75th %ile610
Math 75th %ile590

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$31,950
Out-of-State Tuition
$31,950
Avg Net Price
$37,514
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants36%
Median debt at graduation$17,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
53%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
68%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$48,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$17,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$17,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$42,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$48,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.8x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White38%
Black22%
Hispanic/Latino21%
Asian8%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,133 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

LIM College

545 Fifth Avenue

New York, NY 10017-0000

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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