Rhode Island School Of Design
Academics
- Graduation Rate91%
- Majors Available20
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio8:1
- Retention Rate92%
AP Credit Policy
Credit for Advanced Placement (AP) tests is granted on the basis of exam reports sent by the College Board Advanced Placement Program. RISD may grant up to 9 credits for AP exam scores of 4 or 5. We accept the ENG LIT/COMP exam but not the ENG LANG/COMP exam. Also, the Liberal Arts Division does not grant credit for AP exams in studio art.
For more information, view the credit policy on the college's website.
Offers credits
Yes
Offers placement into advanced courses
Yes
| AP Courses | Min Score Required | Number of Credits | Course Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art History | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Biology | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Calculus AB | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Calculus BC | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Chemistry | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Chinese Language and Culture | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Computer Science A | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Computer Science Principles | 4 | Not available | LAEL |
| English Literature and Composition | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Environmental Science | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| European History | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| French Language and Culture | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| German Language and Culture | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Human Geography | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Italian Language and Culture | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Japanese Language and Culture | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Latin | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Macroeconomics | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Microeconomics | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Music Theory | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Physics 1 | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Physics 2 | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Psychology | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| Statistics | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| United States Government and Politics | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| United States History | 4 | Not available | Not available |
| World History: Modern | 4 | Not available | Not available |
Study Options
Majors and Degrees
The college offers the following degrees: Bachelor's and Master's
A
- Apparel and Textiles, General
- Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology
- Art Teacher Education
C
- Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
- Computer Graphics
- Cultural Studies/Critical Theory and Analysis
D
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
F
- Fiber, Textile and Weaving Arts
- Film/Video and Photographic Arts, Other
- Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
- Furniture Design and Manufacturing
I
- Illustration
J
- Jewelry Arts
M
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
P
- Painting
- Photography
- Printmaking
S
- Sculpture
- Sustainability Studies
- Systems Science and Theory
Need Help Choosing a Major?
Keep in mind most colleges don’t require students to declare a major until the end of their sophomore year, and many students change majors at least once.
Special Academics Program
- Cross-Registration
- Double Major
- Independent Study
- Internships
- Study Abroad
- Visiting/Exchange Student Program
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