Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
13.81%
SAT Average
1,480
ACT Range
30-33
Rhode Island School of Design Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 13.81%. This means approximately 138 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,090 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
13.81%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $59,760 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $59,760 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $78,857 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $46,253 | State avg: $26,706. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 14.04% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 28.56% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Rhode Island School of Design Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$59,760
Room and board
$15,850
Books and supplies
$2,700
Other expenses
$3,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$78,857
Average net price
$46,253
Average aid coverage
41%
$32,604 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Rhode Island School of Design pays approximately $46,253 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Rhode Island average of $26,706 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Rhode Island School of Design?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Rhode Island and national averages.
Rhode Island School of Design net price
$46,253
Rhode Island average
$26,706
National average
$17,506
Rhode Island School of Design Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $59,760 and average net price at $46,253. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$59,760
Current net price
$46,253
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
88.47%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$68,140
Undergraduates
2,090
10-Year Median Earnings - Rhode Island School of Design vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Rhode Island School of Design graduates earn about 1.6x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Rhode Island School of Design?
Undergraduates
2,090
Completion rate
88.47%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
14.04%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
28.56%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 14.04% of Rhode Island School of Design students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 28.56% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Rhode Island School of Design
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Rhode Island School of Design's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Rhode Island School of Design lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Rhode Island School of Design is listed at 20 Washington Place, Providence, RI 02903-2784. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Rhode Island School of Design with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island School of Design | 13.81% | $59,760 | $46,253 | $68,140 |
| Brown University | 5.23% | $68,230 | $26,572 | $93,487 |
| Bryant University | 65.65% | $51,169 | $40,846 | $90,008 |
| Providence College | 48.72% | $60,848 | $45,538 | $87,054 |
| Salve Regina University | 69.91% | $47,930 | $35,682 | $72,975 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rhode Island School of Design's acceptance rate?
Rhode Island School of Design's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 13.81%.
How much is Rhode Island School of Design tuition?
Rhode Island School of Design's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $59,760.
What is Rhode Island School of Design's average net price?
Rhode Island School of Design's average net price in the local dataset is $46,253.
What does Rhode Island School of Design cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $33,653 for Rhode Island School of Design students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Rhode Island School of Design's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $68,140 for Rhode Island School of Design.
Is Rhode Island School of Design accredited?
Rhode Island School of Design's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Rhode Island School of Design?
The local dataset lists 2,090 undergraduate students at Rhode Island School of Design.
What percentage of Rhode Island School of Design students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Rhode Island School of Design in the local dataset is 14.04%.
What is the federal loan rate at Rhode Island School of Design?
The federal loan rate for Rhode Island School of Design in the local dataset is 28.56%.
Where should I verify Rhode Island School of Design data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Rhode Island School of Design or the latest official federal education data.