Bryant University

Bryant is a student-centered university focused on academic excellence that prepares its graduates to achieve their personal best in life and their chosen professions through: * Challenging academic programs offered by faculty members prominent in their fields, * A culturally-enriching campus life that encourages personal growth, * Professional experiences and affiliations * The integration of advanced technology into the curriculum, and * The cultivation of a global perspective through coursework and student-life activities.

General Information

Contact Information
1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917-1284
www.bryant.edu
mbeaureg@bryant.edu
General Info:(401) 232-6000
Financial Aid:(401) 232-6020
Admissions:(401) 232-6100
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree

Type of Institution
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Certificates Offered
Post-master's certificate

Carnegie Classification
Master's Colleges and Universities (medium programs)
Special Learning Opportunities
ROTC (Army)
Study abroad

Federal Aid
Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Stafford Loan) or scholarships. Students will not be eligible for federal aid without completing the FAFSA Financial Aid Application.

Bryant University FAFSA School Code

Credit Accepted
Dual Credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation
Not applicable
Student Population
3,651 (3,268 undergraduate)
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Undergraduate Student Age
93% under 25, 5% over 25
Campus Housing
Yes

Admissions Information

Undergraduate Application Fee (2006-2007)
Click here to apply online
$50
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS: FALL 2006
TOTALMENWOMEN
Number of applicants5,8293,2962,533
Percent admitted444147
Percent admitted who enrolled Full-time323231
Percent admitted who enrolled Part-time000
ADMISSIONS CONSIDERATIONS
REQUIREDRECOMMENDED
Secondary school GPAX
Secondary school rankX
Secondary school recordX
Completion of college-preparatory programX
RecommendationsX
Admission test scores (SAT/ACT)X
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign language)X
TEST SCORES: FALL 2006 (ENROLLED FIRST-TIME STUDENTS)
STUDENTS SUBMITTING SCORESNUMBERPERCENT
SAT810100
ACT8510
TEST SCORES25TH PERCENTILE*75TH PERCENTILE**
SAT Critical Reading500580
SAT Math540620
ACT Composite2125
ACT English
ACT Math
* 25% of students scored at or below
** 25% of students scored above

Data applies to first-time degree/certificate-seeking students. Institutions are asked to report test scores only if they are required for admission.

Student Expenses

UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC YEAR PRICES
DETAILED EXPENSES 2006-2007 2005-2006 2004-2005
Tuition and fees
In-State $26,099 $24,762 $23,580
Out-of-State $26,099 $24,762 $23,580
Books and Supplies $1,200 $1,000 $900
Living Arrangement
On Campus
Room and Board $10,293 $9,568 $8,974
Other $1,400 $1,300 $1,200
Off Campus
Room and Board $8,500 $7,500 $7,500
Other $1,400 $1,300 $1,200
Off Campus with Family
Other $3,200 $3,000 $2,500
TOTAL EXPENSES 2006-2007 2005-2006 2004-2005
In-State
On Campus $38,992 $36,630 $34,654
Off Campus $37,199 $34,562 $33,180
Off Campus with Family $30,499 $28,762 $26,980
Out-Of-State
On Campus $38,992 $36,630 $34,654
Off Campus $37,199 $34,562 $33,180
Off Campus with Family $30,499 $28,762 $26,980
All student expenses data apply to first-time degree/certificate-seeking students.

Blog

GOBIS: Tourney on hiatus (The Sun Chronicle)

Oct 11 2008

The Attleboro Area Girls' Holiday Basketball Tournament will be in limbo for a year. Due to the withdrawal of Mansfield High, Attleboro High, Bishop Feehan High and North Attleboro High will now play each other an additional time as a non-league foe.

Still in school (Journal Inquirer)

Oct 10 2008

MANCHESTER — Frances Segal doesn’t let much hold her back. Segal, who turned 99 in August, graduated from Manchester Community College at 84 and still takes classes and attends seminars at MCC.

Local hoops notebook: Smith picks Bryant; King headed to Navy

Oct 9 2008

John Carroll guard Erick Smith committed to Bryant University late last week, becoming the first verbal pledge of head coach Tim O’Shea’s tenure at the Smithfield, R.I., school. Smith, 6’3, committed during an in-home visit with O’Shea. The new coach will lead Bryant this year in its first season as a Division I program. “It was very appealing [for Erick to be a part of something new],” John Carroll head...

Tonight: Classical guitarist performs at Bryant

Oct 7 2008

Spanish classical guitarist Francesc Soler performs at 7 tonight at Bryant University in Smithfield. The recital by the acclaimed musician will be in the Stepan Grand Hall. The recital is scheduled to end at 8:30. Tickets for the public are $10 and are available at the door. Bryant students and staff can get free tickets at the Bryant Center information desk. Check out projothebeat.com to plan your...