RISD is a nonprofit college and museum founded in 1877 in the city of Providence, RI. Today 2,518 students from 57 countries engage in 44 full-time bachelor’s and master’s degree …

Thank you to all of the artists and designers whose work is featured here. From top to bottom: Bhen Allen MFA 22 PT (photo by Jo Sittenfeld MFA 08 PH), Alexander Kern BArch 21, photo …

Founded in 1877, RISD stands out among the world’s preeminent colleges of art and design. We are a community of critical thinkers and makers who share a belief in the value of hands-on …

You’ll begin and manage your RISD application process by completing the Common Application.There is a nonrefundable application fee of $60 to use this service, plus a …

RISD is dedicated to social equity, diversity and inclusion, integrating these values into our mission, policies and strategic planning. By addressing strengths and challenges, we foster a …

Graduate applicants must submit a written statement (500–750 words) outlining your interest and goals in pursuing graduate study. Several programs suggest more specific ideas or written …

The New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) is a non-profit, non-governmental membership organization. It relies on its members’ self-regulation, voluntary compliance with …

Find answers to questions about RISD graduate degree programs and admission, including about eligibility, tuition and fees, international student-specific questions and more.

Informed by RISD’s overall mission and values, the Illustration MFA is founded on a set of core beliefs about illustration practice and advanced study in the field.Program faculty proactively …

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