Rhode Island School of Design

Providence, RI • private
Overview Demographics Admissions Outcomes Cost & Aid 💰 Merit 🚗 Travel

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Urban (City: Midsize )
Student Population
Undergrad: 2,127 • Total: 2,593
Academic Calendar
4-1-4 or similar
Address
20 Washington Place
Providence, RI
📍 View on Google Maps
Website
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)
$77,240
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $58,690
Room & Board
$2,700
Books & Supplies
$15,850
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $33,653
$30,001-48,000 $31,023
$48,001-75,000 $36,834
$75,001-110,000 $46,882
$110,001+ $60,428
Students Receiving Pell Grants
35%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$42,106

💰 Merit Scholarships & Financial Aid

View detailed information about merit-based scholarships, eligibility requirements, award amounts, and application procedures for Rhode Island School of Design.

View Scholarship Information

💡 Tip: Check for automatic consideration vs. separate application requirements, GPA/test score minimums, and application deadlines.

🚗 ✈️

See Travel Times to Rhode Island School of Design

Find out how long it takes to drive or fly from your home. Compare driving distances, flight options, and door-to-door travel times.

💡 Set your ZIP once to see travel times for all schools