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Rhode Island School of Design

Providence, Rhode Island, United States
University

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Acceptance Rate
19%
Completion Rate
89%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.

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University Overview

High-level facts that define this university.

University Name
Rhode Island School of Design
Location
Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Undergraduate students
2084
International Students
33%
Student-to-Staff Ratio
8:1

Student Experience

Lifestyle signals that shape daily campus life.

Cultural Environment
Friendly community | Creative arts scene
Social Life
Urban
Climate
Four seasons
Safety
7.5
City Characteristics
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Fees and entry for international students

Confirmed international fee
US$66,460/yr
2026-27, across 15 courses with a confirmed fee
IELTS (overall)
7.0
most common published minimum

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Courses at Rhode Island School of Design

15 courses, A–Z.