Online Admissions

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LIM College offers you the fastest route from student to success in the business of fashion and lifestyle.

Access the exceptional opportunities and expertise that LIM offers—no matter where you are—with our fully accredited online undergraduate and graduate career-focused degree programs.

Our industry professional faculty and accelerated, experience-based curriculum bring the energy and essence of New York City directly to you so you are ready for real-world challenges. 

Learn more about the online admission process at LIM College.

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Online Admissions Process Overview

LIM's online undergraduate and graduate degrees lead to careers in the business of fashion and lifestyle. 

Here’s what you need to know as you prepare to apply: 

  • Start date options: We're all about flexibility. Choose from six class start dates throughout the year. 
  • No application deadlines: Our online programs accept students on a rolling admissions basis. That means you can submit your application at any time up to the start of the session. But spots may fill up quickly, so we recommend you apply as early as possible. 
  • Timely decisions: Our Office of Admissions will notify you of their decision within two to four days of receiving all your application materials. 

Online Admissions Requirements: Bachelor's & Associate Degrees

Here's what you need to do:

  1. Application for admission: Complete our online application to apply to LIM College. 
  2. Transcripts: Submit your official high school transcripts so we can evaluate your academic history. If you are a transfer student, you must also submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities you attended. If you are a transfer student who already has an associate degree, you do not need to submit your high school transcripts. 
  3. Interview: Under most circumstances, we do not require a formal interview. However, all applicants are required to attend an admissions counseling session prior to their application being reviewed for admission.  

You may also submit additional documents in support of your application. These are not required, but submitting them can enhance your chances for admission. Here are some of the documents you can provide to strengthen your application.

  • Résumé or Activity Sheet: Demonstrate your involvement in extracurricular activities to show us your interests outside the classroom. Fill out the optional Activity Sheet to let us know about any of your internships, leadership activities, community service, and more.
  • Standardized test scores: Because of LIM College’s test-optional policy, it is up to you whether or not you wish to submit ACT or SAT scores as part of your application.

How to apply to LIM College as an online undergraduate student

We strive to keep our application process as streamlined and straightforward as possible. Take a close look at the steps below to ensure you have a smooth application journey. If you have any questions, contact our Admissions team.

Start the admission process by filling out our online application. First, create an Admissions account so you can save your progress and come back at your convenience. 

If you are a transfer applicant, you must submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, regardless of whether you intend to receive credit for previous work. Transfer applicants who have not earned an Associate degree must also submit official high school transcripts with proof of graduation or GED certificate. 

Give us a clearer picture of your personality, interests, and skills. Fill out the optional Activity Sheet and upload it with your application. Share details about your leadership roles, work experiences, club memberships, and more.

Schedule an Admissions Counseling Session 

Connect with LIM College through an admissions counseling session. This optional meeting is an opportunity for us to better understand your interests and goals in the world of fashion and lifestyle. Schedule a counseling session by reaching out to us via email at limonline@limcollege.edu or call (212) 310-0675. 

This is a required step in the application process.

LIM College offers flexibility when it comes to submitting standardized test scores. You can choose whether to submit your SAT or ACT scores to us. If you opt to provide these scores, they can strengthen your application and may also assist us in evaluating your academic placement should you decide to attend LIM College.

Indicate on your application if and how you would like us to use your score(s) by choosing one of the following options:

  • I will submit test scores and want them reviewed with my application materials.
  • I will send or have sent test scores but do not want them reviewed with my application materials.
  • I will not submit scores.

Learn more about our Standardized Test-Optional Policy.

Online Admissions Requirements: Master's Degrees

Prepare to get to the next level in your career with a master’s degree from LIM College’s Marcuse School of Graduate Studies. Our graduate admissions process gives you the chance to show us your unique strengths and potential. 

Here's what we need from you to get started:

  1. Application for admission: Submit LIM College’s online application. 
  2. Transcripts: Send official transcripts from the institution from which you earned your undergraduate degree. We may also request transcripts from other colleges or universities you attended at the undergraduate or graduate level. If you completed an undergraduate degree outside the United States, we may request that your transcript be evaluated by the World Education Service, AACRAO International Education Services, or another evaluation agency approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (such as International Education Evaluation).
  3. Résumé: Upload your résumé or a curriculum vitae (CV) that demonstrates chronological work experience.
  4. Essay: Write a 350-500 word essay on one of the following topics:
    • Describe your specific career aspirations and your reason for pursuing a master's degree.
    • Describe a career-related achievement or failure. How has this experience impacted your career?
    • Discuss your commitment and dedication to working in the global fashion and lifestyle industry.
  5. Letter of recommendation: Submit one letter of recommendation from an academic or work-related reference. This letter should demonstrate insight into your teamwork, leadership, communication, and intellectual and interpersonal skills and abilities, as well as your strengths and weaknesses. 
  6. Interview: Complete an interview so we can get to know you and your goals for an LIM degree. Depending on if you are a domestic or international applicant, you can schedule an in-person, phone, or online interview.

How to apply to LIM College as an online graduate student

We strive to keep our application process as streamlined and straightforward as possible. Take a close look at the steps below to ensure you have a smooth application journey. If you have any questions, contact our Admissions team.

Create an Admissions account. You can save your progress and return to your application at your convenience. 

Submit your résumé or curriculum vitae (CV) along with your online application. Showcase your career achievements, job responsibilities, and key competencies that exemplify your readiness for a graduate degree program.

Demonstrate your unique vision and share your goals by writing a 350-500 word essay using the following prompts. We want to gain a deeper understanding of your personal and professional evolution, as well as your goals within the business of fashion and lifestyle.

  • Describe your specific career aspirations and your reason for pursuing a master's degree.
  • Describe a career-related achievement or failure. How has this experience impacted your career?
  • Discuss your dedication and commitment to working in the global fashion and lifestyle industry.

We require applicants to provide a letter of recommendation from an academic or work-related reference. Use the steps in the online application to ask your reference to submit their recommendation via our system. They can also email it directly to limonline@limcollege.edu.

Participate in an interview (optional) 

Connect with LIM College through an admissions counseling session. This optional meeting is an opportunity for us to better understand your interests and goals in the world of fashion and lifestyle. Schedule a counseling session by reaching out to us via email at limonline@limcollege.edu or call (212) 310-0675. 

If you are a transfer applicant, you must submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, regardless of whether you intend to receive credit for previous work. Transfer applicants who have not earned an Associate degree must also submit official high school transcripts with proof of graduation or GED certificate. 

Frequently Asked Questions for Online Applicants

We have rolling admissions for online applications. This means you can apply until the start of each session, provided there are available spots. Because class sizes are limited, we recommend applying as early as possible.

Once we have received all of your materials, the Admissions Committee will go over your application and notify you of its decision within two to four days.

LIM College does not require standardized tests as part of its admission process. Undergraduate students can decide whether or not to submit SAT or ACT scores. Graduate students do not need to submit any test scores.

You can apply directly to our bachelor’s (four-year) degree programs. 

LIM does NOT require you to initially apply for an associate (two-year) degree and then re-apply to a bachelor’s program.

Yes. You may be required to complete the TOEFL or another exam to prove English language proficiency. Students on an F-1 visa are only permitted to take one online course per semester.

Yes. Please email limonline@limcollege.edu or call 212-310-0675 for more information.

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