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Rhode Island School of Design

Providence, RI·Private·~19% acceptance

Rhode Island School of Design is a private university based in Providence, RI. Admissions are highly competitive, with about 19% of applicants accepted. Students pay an average net price of about $50,507 per year after financial aid. About 89% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $68,140 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$50,507/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $81,727
Aid cuts ~$31,220/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
Nov 3
EA
RD
Jan 20

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Admissions
GPA range3.48–4
SAT (middle 50%)1396–1530
ACT (middle 50%)31–34
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
89%
graduation rate
95%
freshman retention
$45,932
median earnings, 6yr
$68,140
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Rhode Island School of Design's acceptance rate?
Rhode Island School of Design admits about 19% of applicants.
How much does Rhode Island School of Design cost?
At Rhode Island School of Design, the average net price after aid is about $50,507 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $81,727 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Rhode Island School of Design?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1396–1530 on the SAT and 31–34 on the ACT.
What are Rhode Island School of Design's application deadlines?
Rhode Island School of Design's deadlines are Early Decision around Nov 3, Regular Decision around Jan 20. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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