by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current tuition and fees for Rhode Island School of Design, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
For the most recent year on record, tuition and fees at Rhode Island School of Design were $62,688 annually for undergraduate students. There is no in-state discount at this school.
Required fees account for totaled $1,124; what is left is base tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $61,564 |
| Fees | $1,124 |
| Total | $62,688 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and exclude room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much would Rhode Island School of Design cost per credit hour part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
To put that price in context, here is how Rhode Island School of Design costs compare against other schools. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In RI | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
Relative to the national field, Rhode Island School of Design comes in higher than most schools.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Visit the Rhode Island School of Design Financial Aid page to learn more.
Below is how tuition at Rhode Island School of Design has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $55,220 |
| Two Years Ago | $56,435 |
| One Year Ago | $58,690 |
| Most Recent Year | $61,564 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at RISD has changed across the reported years.
From the prior year, tuition increased 4.9%. At the same pace next year, tuition + fees would be roughly $65,757 the year ahead.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so the figure you see today is unlikely to be the figure you pay across all four years.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
On average, tuition and fees climbed each year by about 3.66%, which puts the figure next year near $64,982.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $64,982 |
| In 2 Years | $67,360 |
| In 3 Years | $69,825 |
| In 4 Years | $72,380 |
| In 5 Years | $75,028 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $274,547.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For details on financial aid availability at Rhode Island School of Design, visit the Rhode Island School of Design Financial Aid page.
