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Bryant University

Bryant University is a medium, private institution located in Smithfield, ri. Founded in 1863, Bryant University offers undergraduate degrees in 44 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 3,193 undergraduates
cost $49,329 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Bryant University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 68.8%
SAT score average 1256
ACT score average 30
Average high school GPA 3.5
Application fee $50
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Key deadlines

June
30
65 days away FAFSA® deadline

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November
01
189 days away Early Decision date

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November
15
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Bryant University is known for one of its top majors: Finance and Financial Management Services. Their student-faculty ratio is 13:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
13 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Health and Medical Professions
Mathematics and Statistics
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Social Sciences and Psychology
Law and Legal Studies

Popular majors

Finance and Financial Management Services
Marketing
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Accounting and Related Services
International Business
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $49,329
Additional expenses
Room & board $16,534
Books & supplies $1,400
Other expenses $1,550
Cost of attendance* $68,813
Average financial aid package $33,358
Estimated cost $35,455 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $49,329
Additional expenses
Room & board $16,534
Books & supplies $1,400
Other expenses $1,550
Cost of attendance* $68,813
Average financial aid package $33,358
Estimated cost $35,455 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Bryant University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,193, with gender binary students split 64% male and 36% female.

Total enrollment

3,591

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
67%
African American %
4%
Hispanic American %
7%
Asian %
4%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
15%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Bryant University, students love their Collegiate DECA. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

map 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917-1291
phone 401-2326-000
address https://www.bryant.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Collegiate deca

Association of latino professionals for america

Bryant players

Big brothers big sisters

Women's leadership living & learning community

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Bryant University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Bryant University?

Bryant University is located in Smithfield, ri.

What is the acceptance rate at Bryant University? 

The acceptance rate for Bryant University is 69%.

What’s the average GPA for Bryant University?

The average high school GPA for Bryant University students was 3.5.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Bryant University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Bryant University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $275,252.

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