Rhode Island School of Design: what international applicants need

What are Rhode Island School of Design's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Rhode Island School of Design has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 1, 2026 and Regular Decision on January 20, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Rhode Island School of Design's acceptance rate?

18.7% for students who started in fall 2024: Rhode Island School of Design admitted 1,249 of its 6,692 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Rhode Island School of Design require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Rhode Island School of Design is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Decision deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (January 20, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Rhode Island School of Design?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 708–780 in Math and 688–750 in Reading and Writing (15% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 31–34.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Rhode Island School of Design's application fee for international students?

Rhode Island School of Design's application fee is $60 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Rhode Island School of Design accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Rhode Island School of Design accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Rhode Island School of Design accept?

Rhode Island School of Design lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Rhode Island School of Design accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Rhode Island School of Design accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Rhode Island School of Design require?

Rhode Island School of Design doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Rhode Island School of Design require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Rhode Island School of Design requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a portfolio, for some programs or for all applicants: check its site.

How many international students does Rhode Island School of Design have?

692 of Rhode Island School of Design's 2,087 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 33.2%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Rhode Island School of Design cost for international students?

Rhode Island School of Design's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $62,688, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $16,626. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $85,986 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source