Overview
Student Population
| Location | Providence, Rhode Island |
| Online | risd.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Providence, Rhode Island, Rhode Island School of Design is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 4,742 prospective students applied, and 886 were granted admission. Of those admitted 496 enrolled in the school. 2,576 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 0 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $55,220 plus fees of $1,070. RISD is ranked 83 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
RISD is rated within the top 19% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Rhode Island School of Design within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#83 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#73 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Colleges in Rhode Island
#2 in Best Private Colleges in Rhode Island
#364 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Value Colleges in Rhode Island
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1310/1480 |
| ACT | 28/34 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.71 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very High |
| Application Fee | $60 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,700 |
| Other Fees | $1,070 |
| Room and Board | $14,790 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $77,280 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | 73% |
| Architecture | 18% |
| Work and Family Studies | 5% |
| Precision Production Trades | 4% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=217493 IPEDS survey data for Rhode Island School of Design.
Current students may use the Rhode Island School of Design GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.