Rhode Island School of Design
Rhode Island School of Design is a private art and design college in Providence, Rhode Island. Renowned globally for its studio-based programs and innovative arts education, RISD offers undergraduate degrees across visual arts, architecture, and design fields, alongside cross-registration opportunities with Brown University.
Acceptance rate
14%
Undergrad enrollment
2,090
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$60
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early DecisionEarly Decision | November 1, 2026 |
| Financial AidEarly Decision Financial Aid Deadline | November 15, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision | January 20, 2027 |
| Financial AidRegular Decision Financial Aid Deadline | January 25, 2027 |
| TransferTransfer Application Deadline | March 1, 2027 |
| Financial AidTransfer Financial Aid Deadline | March 15, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
The Brown|RISD Dual Degree Program draws on the complementary strengths of Brown University and Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) to provide students with the opportunity to explore and engage with diverse spheres of academic and creative inquiry. Considering your understanding of the academic programs at Brown and RISD, describe how and why the specific blend of RISD's experimental, immersive art and design program and Brown's wide-ranging courses and curricula could constitute an optimal undergraduate education for you. Reflect on how you might integrate or synthesize content, approaches, and methods from these two distinct learning experiences. Additionally, how might you contribute to the Dual Degree community and its commitment to interdisciplinary work?