Rhode Island School of Design
Providence, RI · private nonprofit · 2,084 undergraduates
Rhode Island School of Design is a private nonprofit university in Providence, RI with very selective admissions, admitting about 19% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.
Acceptance rate
19%
SAT (middle 50%)
1396–1530
ACT (middle 50%)
31–34
Avg net price
$50,507/yr
sticker $81,727
Graduation rate
89%
within 6 years
Undergraduates
2,084
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What is Rhode Island School of Design's acceptance rate?
Rhode Island School of Design has an acceptance rate of about 19%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
What SAT score do you need for Rhode Island School of Design?
The middle 50% of admitted students at Rhode Island School of Design scored between 1396–1530 on the SAT (ACT 31–34).
How much does Rhode Island School of Design cost?
Families pay an average net price of about $50,507 per year at Rhode Island School of Design after financial aid, versus a published cost of $81,727.
What is the graduation rate at Rhode Island School of Design?
About 89% of students at Rhode Island School of Design graduate within six years.
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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.