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Rhode Island School Of Design

Providence, RI

Academics

  • Graduation Rate
    91%
  • Majors Available
    20
  • Student-to-Faculty Ratio
    8:1
  • Retention Rate
    92%

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

Study Options

Majors and Degrees

The college offers the following degrees: Bachelor's and Master's

  • No majors found

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Special Academics Program

  • Cross-Registration
  • Double Major
  • Independent Study
  • Internships
  • Study Abroad
  • Visiting/Exchange Student Program

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