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Rhode Island School of Design

Providence, RI · Private nonprofit · Midsize city · Website

Rhode Island School of Design campus
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Admission rate
19%
Very selective
Average net price
$50,513
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
92%
Median earnings
$69,341
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Rhode Island School of Design is a private nonprofit college in Providence, RI with 2,084 undergraduates. It admits 19% of applicants, and admitted students average 1473 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $50,513 per year ($29,175 for families earning under $30,000). 92% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $69,341 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
19%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
7,126
Fall 2023
Admitted
984
Fall 2023
Yield
51%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing688–750
200800
SAT Math708–780
200800
ACT Composite31–34
136

What Rhode Island School of Design looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesRequired
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$85,455
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$65,136

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$29,175
  • $30–48k$34,985
  • $48–75k$42,134
  • $75–110k$44,079
  • $110k+$72,156

Get a personal estimate with Rhode Island School of Design's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
92%
Freshman retention
95%
Median earnings
$69,341
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$26,898
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,084
Student–faculty ratio
8:1
Receive Pell grants
17%
  • White21%
  • Hispanic8%
  • Black5%
  • Asian26%

Rhode Island School of Design FAQ

What is Rhode Island School of Design's acceptance rate?+

Rhode Island School of Design admits 19% of applicants, which makes it very selective.

What SAT score do you need for Rhode Island School of Design?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 688–750 on SAT Reading and Writing and 708–780 on SAT Math; the average total is 1473.

What ACT score do you need for Rhode Island School of Design?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 31–34.

Is Rhode Island School of Design test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Rhode Island School of Design?+

In Fall 2023, 7,126 students applied to Rhode Island School of Design and 984 were admitted; 504 enrolled.

Does Rhode Island School of Design consider legacy status?+

No. Rhode Island School of Design reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Rhode Island School of Design require an essay?+

Rhode Island School of Design reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Rhode Island School of Design cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $85,455 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $50,513.

What is Rhode Island School of Design's graduation rate?+

92% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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