Brown University
Providence, RI. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Providence, RI · Midsize city |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 7,226 |
| Acceptance rate | 5% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1490–1580 · 54% submit |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 34–36 |
| Testing policy | Required |
| Graduation rate | 96% |
| First-year retention | 99% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 6:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $87,648 |
| Application fee | $80 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Decision: Nov 1, 2026
- Regular Decision: Jan 5, 2027
Most popular majors: Social sciences, Computer science, Biology, Math & statistics, Engineering.
Brown campus map
On campus
Virginia Baldwin Orwig Music Library, Olney-Margolies Athletic Center, Meehan Auditorium, Rhode Island School of Design, Sciences Library, Nelson Fitness Center, John D. Rockefeller Jr. Library, John Carter Brown Library, Pizzitola Gymnasium, John Hay Library.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Viva, The English Cellar, Abu Yarub Al-Shami, Chipotle, Baja's Taqueria, Den Den Korean Fried Chicken
- Coffee: Ben & Jerry's, Aroma Joe's, Ceremony, Hazel Origin Coffee, Dave’s Coffee, Metro Cafe
- Nightlife: EGO Providence, Freeplay Bar Arcade, Tiny Bar PVD
- Shops: Spectrum India, Sneaker Junkies, Pleasant Surprise, Lore Collection, Asterfields, Books On the Square
- Museums and culture: Avon Cinema, Prescott Library, Lippitt House Museum, John Brown House Museum, Providence Community Library: Fox Point Library, Rhode Island Department of State Library
- Groceries: Fox Point Grocers, MiLK Store, Trader Joe's
- Parks: Prospect Terrace Park, Mary Elizabeth Sharpe Park, Brown Street Playground, Brown Street Community Garden, Brassil Memorial Park, Fenner Square
Nearest train: Providence.