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2026-27 cycleProvidence, RI

Providence College

Providence College is a private Catholic institution located in Providence, Rhode Island, known for its signature Development of Western Civilization program and AACSB-accredited business school. The college emphasizes liberal arts education combined with professional study and undergraduate research.

Acceptance rate

50%

Undergrad enrollment

4,229

Test policy

Test optional

Application fee

$70

Application deadlines

RoundDeadline
Early DecisionEarly Decision INovember 1, 2026
Early ActionEarly ActionNovember 1, 2026
Financial AidEarly Decision I Financial AidNovember 1, 2026
Financial AidEarly Action Financial AidNovember 15, 2026
TransferSpring TransferDecember 1, 2026
Financial AidSpring Transfer Financial AidDecember 1, 2026
Early Decision IIEarly Decision IIJanuary 15, 2027
Regular DecisionRegular DecisionJanuary 15, 2027
Financial AidEarly Decision II Financial AidJanuary 15, 2027
Financial AidRegular Decision Financial AidFebruary 1, 2027
TransferFall Transfer PriorityApril 1, 2027
Financial AidFall Transfer Financial AidMay 15, 2027
TransferFall TransferJune 1, 2027

Supplemental essay prompts

OptionalCommunity500 words

Providence College values each student's willingness to embrace and learn from those with different viewpoints. How will your unique background positively impact others at Providence College?

OptionalCommunity500 words

Providence College thrives on the energy of those who seek. How will you contribute to our vibrant campus life and intellectual culture in the years ahead?

OptionalMajor choice300 words

Please share more about the experiences, skills, or talents that have led you to want to become a nurse, and how these will contribute to the community at Providence College and to your career as a nurse.

Data gathered August 2026.