Presented by Fashion for Futures 

Location: New York City
Dates: February 2026 (TBA)
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Hotel: Midtown Manhattan
Program Fee:

• $1,950 (Double or Triple Room)
  
  
  

• Deposit: $800 (applied toward your total fee)
  
  

Payment Note:
American Express is not accepted. Credit card payments incur a 3.65% processing fee.

Please note: Due to the nature of our group travel agreements, we do not provide itemized pricing for individual program components.

About the Program

This isn’t just a trip—it’s your backstage pass to the most iconic fashion event in the U.S. Designed to provide real-world experience, portfolio content, and career-shaping mentorship, this experience places you at the center of New York Fashion Week.

Who Should Apply

• Fashion & Communications Students ready to apply academic knowledge in a fast-paced, professional environment
  
  

• Emerging Stylists, Designers, PR & Event Professionals seeking insider access and firsthand experience
  
  

• Creative Thinkers & Portfolio Builders eager to create content and gain resume-boosting credentials
  
  

• Network Builders looking to connect with fashion insiders, mentors, and peers
  
  

What’s Included

• 4-night stay at a centrally located Midtown Manhattan hotel
  
  

• Daily breakfast
  
  

• Online Fashion Production Masterclass (pre-departure)
  
  

• 2 days of NYFW backstage volunteering (with meals and certification)
  
  

• Welcome dinner and gift bag
  
  

• Broadway show ticket
  
  

• Sewing & design workshop in NYC
  
  

• Tours of PR studios and fashion showrooms
  
  

• Walking tour of the Fashion District
  
  

• Career-building workshops with industry leaders
  
  

• 24/7 logistical support
  
  

• Certificate of participation
  
  

Not Included

• Flights
  
  

• Travel protection
  
  

• Meals or tours not listed
  
  

• Personal expenses, taxis/Ubers
  
  

• 3.65% credit card processing fee
  
  

How to Apply

We take your goals seriously, and we want to ensure this experience aligns with your aspirations.

Step 1: Submit Your Application & $800 Deposit
Apply online and submit your deposit to begin the selection process. Your deposit secures a temporary hold on your spot.

Step 2: Schedule Your Pre-Confirmation Call
After submitting your deposit, you’ll be guided to book a 15-minute call with our Founder & CEO, Ilyssa Wexler. This is a personal conversation to discuss expectations, alignment, and program readiness.

Step 3: Final Confirmation
If it’s a fit, we’ll confirm your place in the program. If it’s not the right match, your deposit will be refunded in full. Once confirmed, the deposit becomes non-refundable.

Cancellation Policy

Fashion for Futures reserves the right to cancel the program if the minimum enrollment (8 students) is not met. If canceled by us, your full deposit and any paid fees will be refunded.

All student-initiated cancellations are non-refundable once confirmed.

Payment Note:
American Express is not accepted. Credit card payments incur a 3.65% processing fee.

Please note: Due to the nature of our group travel agreements, we do not provide itemized pricing for individual program components.