Rhode Island School of Design

Providence, RI • private

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Urban

Student Population

Undergrad: 2,127 • Total: 2,593

Academic Calendar

4-1-4 or similar

Address

20 Washington Place
Providence, RI
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Website

www.risd.edu

Region

Northeast

Carnegie Classification

Carnegie Code: 56

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 661 (31.1%) • Female: 1,466 (68.9%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	523	24.6%
Black/African American	98	4.6%
Hispanic/Latino	185	8.7%
White	467	22.0%
Two or More Races	102	4.8%
International	711	33.4%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

13.8%

984 admitted from 7,126 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 680-760
Math: 690-780
Total: 1370-1540

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

30-33

Application Types Offered

ED I RD

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$60

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

ED I:	11/03/2025
RD:	01/20/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

88.5%

4-Year Graduation Rate

58.3%

Freshman Retention Rate

93.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

10.6:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$81,190

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $61,564

Room & Board

$16,626

Books & Supplies

$3,000

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$29,135
$30,001-48,000	$30,233
$48,001-75,000	$25,872
$75,001-110,000	$33,893
$110,001+	$64,493

Students Receiving Pell Grants

35%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$42,106

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Common questions about Rhode Island School of Design

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

Rhode Island School of Design accepts 14% of applicants, from 7,126 applications.

How much does Rhode Island School of Design cost?

Tuition and fees are $61,564. Families earning under $30,000 pay $29,135 on average after aid.

Does Rhode Island School of Design require SAT or ACT scores?

Rhode Island School of Design does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

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

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 30 and 33 on the ACT.

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

88% of students graduate within six years.