School Overview

The following table shows the basic characteristic of Rhode Island School of Design and directory information. You may want to visit the school's website to check application deadlines, requirements, and financial information.
Contact Information
Address2 College St, Providence, RI 02903-2784
Phone401-454-6100
WEBwww.risd.edu/
Admission Information
Admissionwww.risd.edu/admissions/
Financial Aidwww.risd.edu/student-financial-services
Net Price Calculatorrisd.studentaidcalculator.com/survey.aspx
Veterans Tuitionwww.risd.edu/student-financial-services/undergraduate-aid/
Disability Serviceinfo.risd.edu/disability-support-services-dss/?_ga=2.240961987.1724653096.1511293627-1987156620.1511293627
School Category
School TypePrivate, 4 years
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedMaster's degree

Acceptance Rate and Admission Statistics

The acceptance rate of Rhode Island School of Design is 17.42% and the yield (also known as enrollment rate) is 54.17%. The application fees are $60 for undergraduate programs and $60 for graduate programs.
Open Admission Policy
Acceptance Rate17.42 %
Yield (Enrollment Rate)54.17 %
Undergraduate Application Fees$60
Graduate Application Fees$60

Tuition & Fees

RISD's 2024 tuition & fees is $59,760 for undergraduate students. The undergraduate tuition increased by 3.92% compared to the last year's rate ($57,505).
For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $59,760. The graduate tuition increased by 3.92% compared to the last year's rate.
Amounts
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees$59,760
Graduate Tuition & Fees$59,760
*Data Source: 2023-2024 Tuition & Fees - NCES (Last Update: 03/01/2024)

Student Population

A total of 2,620 students have enrolled for the academic year 2023-2024. RISD has 2,108 undergraduate students and the graduate school has 512 students. You can check student population by gender, age, race/ethnicity, attending status, and online learning.
Total Students2,620
Undergraduate Students2,108
Graduate Students512

Offered Degrees and On-Campus Services

RISD offers 33 programs including both undergraduate and graduate programs.
The following tables summarizes the offered programs, on-campus services, and special learning opportunities offered by RISD
Offered DegreesOn-Campus ServicesLearning opportunities
Number of programs33 Programs
Offered Degrees/ProgramsBachelor's
Master's
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services
Placement services for completers
On-campus day care for students
Distance Learning (online classes)
ROTC
Study Abroad
Weekend/Evening College
Teacher Certification