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Bryant University

Smithfield, RI · Private nonprofit · Large suburb · Website

Bryant University campus
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Admission rate
66%
Accessible
Average net price
$39,186
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
81%
Median earnings
$104,456
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Bryant University is a private nonprofit college in Smithfield, RI with 3,194 undergraduates. It admits 66% of applicants, and admitted students average 1265 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $39,186 per year ($31,520 for families earning under $30,000). 81% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $104,456 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
66%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
9,506
Fall 2023
Admitted
6,241
Fall 2023
Yield
15%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing610–660
200800
SAT Math580–670
200800
ACT Composite27–28
136

What Bryant University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$71,362
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$54,404

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$31,520
  • $30–48k$29,374
  • $48–75k$35,124
  • $75–110k$37,139
  • $110k+$42,725

Get a personal estimate with Bryant University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
81%
Freshman retention
87%
Median earnings
$104,456
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$23,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
3,194
Student–faculty ratio
13:1
Receive Pell grants
17%
  • White73%
  • Hispanic9%
  • Black4%
  • Asian4%

Bryant University FAQ

What is Bryant University's acceptance rate?+

Bryant University admits 66% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Bryant University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 610–660 on SAT Reading and Writing and 580–670 on SAT Math; the average total is 1265.

What ACT score do you need for Bryant University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 27–28.

Is Bryant University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Bryant University?+

In Fall 2023, 9,506 students applied to Bryant University and 6,241 were admitted; 948 enrolled.

Does Bryant University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Bryant University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Bryant University require an essay?+

Bryant University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Bryant University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $71,362 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $39,186.

What is Bryant University's graduation rate?+

81% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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