Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Providence, Rhode Island |
| Online | jwu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Johnson & Wales University-Providence, founded in 1914, is a private, nonprofit institution located in Providence, Rhode Island, offering a distinctive educational model that integrates arts and sciences and industry-focused education, including a strong emphasis on career readiness. The urban campus is deeply embedded in the city's fabric, granting access to the rich cultural and professional opportunities within Providence and its proximity to Boston. Historically known for its culinary arts and hospitality programs, Johnson & Wales University offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and online programs across various disciplines. Its academic profile includes esteemed programs in business, health and wellness, and engineering & design. The institution practices a moderately selective admissions process. While the university provides a mixture of traditional housing and apartment-style living options to foster student engagement in campus life, it does not have a significant focus on big-league athletics and is thus not known for any particular sports programs.
In the most recent statistical year 8,281 prospective students applied, and 6,909 were granted admission. Of those admitted 994 enrolled in the school. 4,237 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 329 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $37,896 plus fees of $596. Johnson & Wales University-Providence is ranked 602 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
Johnson & Wales University-Providence is rated within the lower 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Johnson & Wales University Providence within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#602 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#409 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Colleges in Rhode Island
#7 in Best Private Colleges in Rhode Island
#8 in Best Value Colleges in Rhode Island
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1190 |
| ACT | 22/29 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
| Other Fees | $596 |
| Room and Board | $18,760 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,058 |
| Total One Year Cost | $60,710 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 34% |
| Personal and Culinary Services | 34% |
| Work and Family Studies | 12% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 7% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 4% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024