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Brown University was founded in 1764 and is one of the premier Ivy League schools in the US with a central focus on research and an innovative learning environment. This private, not-for-profit university is located in the burgeoning and thriving city of Providence, Rhode Island. As Providence is a growing, dynamic city, Brown students have exclusive access to many in-demand businesses, partnerships, and opportunities for more hands-on learning experiences.


Overview of Brown University (BU)


The student body is composed of over 7,000 undergraduate students, more than 2,500 graduate students, nearly 600 medical students, and roughly 6,000 summer, visiting, and online students each year. Brown offers students real-world, complex problems to solve such as the opioid crisis, Mars landing sites, ancient civilizations, new platforms of multimedia arts, and much more. Students will have access to an open curriculum and an intellectually inspiring academic setting that allows for freedom of expression and perspectives in a supportive environment.

Each individual in a Brown degree or certificate program can expect a rigorous caseload that will lead to endless opportunities through the development of in-demand skills such as leadership, innovation, problem-solving, collaboration, creative thinking and more. The open curriculum allows students to explore all areas of their intellectual curiosity and interdisciplinary studies.

General Information


School Type Private not-for-profit
Campus Setting City: Midsize
Campus Housing Yes
Student Faculty Ratio 6:1
Graduation Rate 95%
Year Founded 1764

Student Enrollment


Total Students10,257

Undergraduate
7,043
Graduate
3,214

Undergraduate Student

Male 3,240
3,240
Female 3,803
3,803

Graduate Student

Male 1,478
1,478
Female 1,736
1,736

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BU Acceptance Rate and Admissions


APPLICATION35,437

Male 14,130
Female 21,307

ACCEPTANCE2,835

Male 1,272
Female 1,491

Acceptance Rate8%

Male   9%
Female   7%

Enrollment 1,729

Male 1,020
Female 1,072
Admissions
Application Fee $75
High School GPA Recommended
High School Rank Recommended
High School Transcripts Required
College Prep Courses Required
Recommendations Required
SAT/ACT Required
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Recommended
Application Deadline January 1
Common Application Accepted Yes

Brown University Tuition Cost & Financial Aid


The average net price of Brown University is just over $27,000. Costs are directly impacted by the fact the higher learning institution is a private not-for-profit university, the smaller size of the school, and the large number of professors vs. students. Tuition for both in-state and out-of-state students is $58,400 without financial aid, scholarships, grants, etc. Roughly 60% of all Brown students receive some form of financial aid to help lower the overall costs of a degree. Students can also expect to pay an additional $17,000 or more for room, board, books, and supplies.

It is important to note that additional costs will be associated with a degree that are not included in the costs previously mentioned. Students will require additional funds to support any entertainment not offered for free by the university, including nightlife and off-campus restaurants. Due to the fact that Providence, Rhode Island is located so near several major cities, many students enjoy participating in day trips and weekend getaways to nearby cities and states.

Average net price 2017-2018
Net Price $27,238
Average Total Aid $43,812
Students Receiving Financial Aid 60%
Room & Board $15,332

Sticker Price


  • Tuition In-State - $58,404
  • Tuition Out-of-State - $58,404
  • Books and Supplies - $1,632
  • Room & Board - $15,332
  • Other - $2,122

Academics


Brown students have access to a wealth of career-making programs through dedicated schools within the university, including a medical school, public health school, engineering school, and professional studies school at the graduate level. As the seventh-oldest college in the US, Brown is focused on academic excellence, as well as impacting society, people, and communities in a positive manner.

The Brown student body is home to over 600 Fulbright Scholars and has a 6 to 1 student to faculty ratio. This additional attention is key to the four-year graduation rate of 85% and the six-year graduation rate of 95%. It also directly contributes to the unprecedented 98% retention rate. The educational opportunities are nearly endless with almost 2,500 courses, over 80 undergraduate programs, and over 80 master’s and doctoral programs.

Undergraduates will encounter a challenging academic path filled with flexibility and enlightenment at every turn. Those in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree will be able to select any number of career paths with cross-disciplinary specialties. Individuals who pursue graduate degrees will have access to elite research centers and exposure to highly diverse group collaborations to solve real-world problems. Those who qualify can also participate in pre-college programs, no-cost and no-credit online courses, and various certificate programs.

Student Population Total


Student Population 10,257

Undergraduate
7,043
Graduate
3,214
Evening Classes : No
Distance Learning : No

Most Popular Programs & Majors

(# of Diplomas Awarded by Subject)


All Social Science Majors 283 Total Graduates / 14%
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics 103 Graduates
Political Science and Government, General 61 Graduates
International Relations and Affairs 49 Graduates
Urban Studies/Affairs 24 Graduates
Development Economics and International Development 15 Graduates
All Computer Information Science Majors 194 Total Graduates / 11%
Computer Science 168 Graduates
Computer and Information Sciences, General 26 Graduates
All Biological & Biomedical Majors 192 Total Graduates / 11%
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 110 Graduates
Neuroscience 52 Graduates
Biochemistry 21 Graduates
Computational Biology 8 Graduates
Biophysics 1 Graduates
Mathematics and Statistics 156 Total Graduates / 9%
Applied Mathematics, General 125 Graduates
Mathematics, General 14 Graduates
Computational Mathematics 9 Graduates
Statistics, General 8 Graduates
All Engineering Majors 114 Total Graduates / 7%
Engineering, General 83 Graduates
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering 29 Graduates
Engineering Physics/Applied Physics 2 Graduates
All Other Diplomas 45%

Outcome & Salary


Graduates from Brown University will have the world at their feet upon receipt of a degree. A recent Brown graduate can expect to earn over $69,000 early in their career. Students often take advantage of the CareerLAB at a rate of nearly 75% by utilizing one-on-one meetings with professional career counselors. Students have access to 400-plus career workshops and employer events, over 250 employers, and more than 9,000 job postings and internships.

Upon graduation, 70% of Brown students have employment and nearly 25% go on to pursue advanced degrees or fellowships. Those who seek immediate employment work in a variety of industries and fields, including government, non-profits, finance, real estate, technology, insurance, education, science and research, consulting, communications, engineering and manufacturing, sports and entertainment, and others. Brown graduates will also work for some of the most prestigious organizations and corporations in the country such as museums, Chamber of Commerce, The World Bank, Accenture, Apple, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, major banks, NASA, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Mitsubishi Corp., Walt Disney Company, media groups, and others.

Graduates Salary
College Grads Early Career Salary $69,300
College Grads Average Salary $81,000
College Grads Mid Career Salary $142,600
Return on Investment (ROI)
10 Year Salary Earnings Potential $810,000
20 Year Salary Earnings Potential $2,236,000
Cost of Education (Net Price) 4 Year $108,952
10 Year Projected ROI $701,048
20 Year Projected ROI $2,127,048
No College Education Salary Comparison
National Average Salary $38,792
10 Year Projected Income $387,920
20 Year Projected Income $775,840

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