Providence, RI · Providence, RI · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Brown University | Rhode Island School of Design | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 5.2% | 13.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $68,230 | $59,760 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $68,230 | $59,760 |
| Average Net Price | $11,996 | $25,251 |
| Graduation Rate | 96.0% | 88.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Brown University accepts 5.2% of applicants. Rhode Island School of Design accepts 13.8%. Brown University's tuition is $68,230. Rhode Island School of Design's is $59,760. Rhode Island School of Design is cheaper. Brown University graduates 96% of students in 6 years. Rhode Island School of Design graduates 88%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Brown University. It accepts 5.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Rhode Island School of Design has lower published tuition: $59,760 versus $68,230. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Brown University: 96% of students finish in 6 years. Rhode Island School of Design is at 88%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.