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About Bryant University

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Bryant University is a private university in Smithfield, RI, known for its business focused, private masters university, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 69%, Bryant University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 964 students each year. Bryant University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1150–1280, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Bryant University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $25,347 per year; the sticker price of $66,943 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Bryant University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

69%
Overall Accept Rate
3.25
Typical Admitted GPA
1215
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.00 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1150 – 1280 (test optional)

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ED advantage at Bryant University: ED acceptance rate is 78% vs 69% regular decision, more than double. If Bryant Universityis your first choice and you've confirmed the financial fit, Early Decision is one of the highest-leverage decisions you can make.

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Bryant University

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Essay Strategy
Bryant is primarily known as a business school, so connect your academic interests directly to its College of Business programs, whether that is finance, accounting, marketing, or entrepreneurship. Admissions readers want to see that you understand what makes Bryant different from a large state university with a business department.
Essay Strategy
If you are applying to Bryant's College of Arts and Sciences, use your essays to explain why you value the blend of liberal arts education with a business-focused campus culture. Bryant wants students who see that combination as a strength, not a compromise.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Bryant University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$67k/yr$32.7k
30k-48k~$67k/yr$34.1k
48k-75k~$67k/yr$36.1k
75k-110k~$67k/yr$39.7k
110k+~$67k/yr$44.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

81%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$66k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,981
Undergrad Enrollment
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