| Race/Ethnicity | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| International | 258 | 52.55% |
| White | 130 | 26.48% |
| Asian | 26 | 5.30% |
| Hispanic | 26 | 5.30% |
| Black or African American | 17 | 3.46% |
| Multi-Ethnic | 17 | 3.46% |
| Unknown | 17 | 3.46% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 0 | 0.20% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0 | 0.20% |
The majority of RISD graduate students are International.