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Bryant University
Smithfield,
RI
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate69%
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About Bryant University
Bryant University is a private, nonprofit university in the suburb of Smithfield, Rhode Island. Bryant University was founded in 1863. The university currently enrolls around 3,483 students per year, including 3,218 undergraduates.
Bryant University Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Bryant University. Around 69% of applicants get into Bryant University each year. Out of 8,898 applications received in 2022, 6,124 students were offered admission.
| Bryant University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 69% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 82% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | 86% |
| Average GPA | 3.5 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting ACT scores | 86% |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 19.4% |
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Bryant University is located in the town of Smithfield, Rhode Island, near Boston and Providence.
If you would like to see Bryant University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 295 to Smithfield, or book a flight to the nearest airport, T.F. Green.
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College Info
Bryant University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Feb 1
Transfer Applications are Due
May 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Bryant University is Feb 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Bryant University is May 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Bryant University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1180 - 1320
Math SAT Range
583 - 670
Reading SAT Range
580 - 650
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1320 and Above
Good
1180 to 1320
Avg
1180 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Bryant University students is 1213. Applicants with SAT scores of 1320 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Bryant University, while applicants with SAT scores between 1180 to 1320 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1180 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Bryant University.
Bryant University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$68,427
In State$68,427
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$50,272
$50,272
Fees
$897
$897
Housing
$17,258
$17,258
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Bryant University is like? There are approximately 3,483 students enrolled at Bryant University, including 3,218 undergraduate students and 265 graduate students. 97% percent of students attend school full-time, 13% percent are from RI and 87% percent of students are from other states.
97%
Full Time1%
Part Time13%
In State87%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
3,483
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
69%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Feb 1
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