Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003409
- Phone: (401) 874-1000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
25.76%FINANCIAL AID RATE
45%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
9:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$26,057Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)
Green Hall, 35 Campus Avenue, Kingston, RI
Rhode Island School of Design, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Providence, RI, the campus offers an urban setting for students to study in. Rhode Island School of Design has an annual student enrollment of approximately 2,400.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs RISD offers:
- Illustration
- Architecture
- Graphic Design
- Industrial Design
The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Students may take either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Rhode Island School of Design. A score in a range of 1730 to 1980 on the SAT, or 24 to 30 for the ACT is common among admitted students. Roughly 30 percent of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 50 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
Tuition is approximately $44,000 per year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to determine cost. The cost of on-campus housing is estimated to be $7,400 per year. Rhode Island School of Design may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.
Students may visit the RISD website to get a complete list of programs offered, student services, and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants RISD accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Rhode Island School of Design is around 2,500 students. The student body is made up of 81% undergraduate students and 19% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $52,000-$62,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 45% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 38% | $28,261 |
Receiving Student Loans | 35% | $8,157 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Rhode Island School of Design may offer services to students like those listed below:- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Rhode Island School of Design by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Architecture
- Architecture (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Illustration (B)
- Graphic Design (B, M)
- Sculpture (B, M)
- Jewelry Design (B, M)
- Photography (B, M)
- Ceramic Arts (B, M)
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003409
- Phone: (401) 874-1000
- School Homepage