Rhode Island School of Design
Providence, Rhode Island
How selective is it?
Rhode Island School of Design is in our Highly Selective tier (~15-30% acceptance). Competitive. Most admitted students are at or above the school's typical academic profile.
Estimates conflict (~14-24%).
Tiers are broad on purpose. Acceptance rates move every cycle, and many schools are more competitive for specific majors than the school overall, so use this as a starting point for your list, not a prediction.
How to use Rhode Island School of Design in your college list
This is usually a reach or a high-end target. A strong, consistent record in the most rigorous courses available at your school helps, but admission isn't assured at typical-range numbers. Check whether your intended major is more competitive than the school overall.
Building a list across tiers? See all 7 Rhode Island colleges in our finder, or follow our guide to building a list by score and GPA.
Check the current numbers yourself
For Rhode Island School of Design's current test-score and GPA ranges, acceptance rate, and cost, go to the source:
- Find its Common Data Set ↗ Section C has the middle 50% of scores and GPA. Our step-by-step guide shows how to read it.
- College Scorecard ↗ U.S. Department of Education data on cost, graduation, and outcomes.
- Net price calculator ↗ Estimate what your family would actually pay after aid.
- Find the official admissions page ↗ Deadlines, requirements, and how to apply.
Similar colleges to consider
Schools with a similar selectivity, in the same state, or known for the same fields. A balanced list usually mixes a few reaches, several realistic targets, and at least one or two safeties.
Frequently asked questions
How selective is Rhode Island School of Design?+
Rhode Island School of Design sits in our "Highly Selective" tier (~15-30% acceptance). Estimates conflict (~14-24%).
Is Rhode Island School of Design hard to get into?+
Competitive. Most admitted students are at or above the school's typical academic profile. Selectivity varies by major and changes every admissions cycle, so treat the tier as a starting point and check Rhode Island School of Design's own admissions data for the current year.
How do I find Rhode Island School of Design's current SAT, ACT, and GPA ranges?+
Search "Rhode Island School of Design Common Data Set" and open Section C, which lists the middle 50% of test scores and GPA for the entering class. Our guide "How to Build Your Own College List by Score and GPA" on this site walks through it step by step.
Where is Rhode Island School of Design?+
Rhode Island School of Design is a private institution in Providence, Rhode Island.
Selectivity tiers and "known for" tags are general guidance compiled from public sources and may be out of date. MajorAtlas isn't affiliated with Rhode Island School of Design. Always confirm details with the school.