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Johnson & Wales University- Providence
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  • 4 Year
  • PROVIDENCE, RI

Report Card

grade C+
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade C+
  2. Value
    grade C+
  3. Diversity
    grade A
  4. Campus
    grade B minus
  5. Athletics
    grade C
  6. Party Scene
    grade A
  7. Professors
    grade B minus
  8. Location
    grade A+
  9. Dorms
    grade C+
  10. Campus Food
    grade C
  11. Student Life
    grade B+
  12. Safety
    grade B minus

About

8 ABBOTT PARK PLACE
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (without football)
Athletic Conference
Great Northeast Athletic Conference
From Johnson & Wales University- Providence

Imagine everything your future can be — we're here to help you make it happen.

Since 1914, Johnson & Wales University has helped students realize their potential and shown them how to turn their passion into a career. With our experiential education, you'll thrive in hands-on classes, learn from faculty with years of experience, make industry connections and graduate knowing you're ready to take your industry by storm.

More than 4,500 students live, work and play at JWU’s flagship campus. There's always something fun to do with clubs, organizations, social events and 11 different varsity sports competing at the NCAA III level. Plus, we're right in the middle of Providence, Rhode Island, a vibrant city with incredible food, a thriving arts and music scene, professional sports and access to 400 miles of coastline nearby. We highly recommend you plan a visit!

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Johnson & Wales University- Providence Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
88%
SAT Range
No data available  
ACT Range
No data available  
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$30,715 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$22,880 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade B minus
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
82%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 156 responses
63%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 191 responses
62%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 190 responses

Majors

Cybersecurity Superstars

academic spotlight

JWU's Cybersecurity Center has been designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security. We're creating the next generation of cyber-enthusiasts to help protect individual freedom, strengthen our nation’s defense, and share knowledge with the world. Come join us!

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    20%
  • On Campus
    77%
  • Online
    3%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
4,339 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
313
Undergrads Over 25
6%
Pell Grant
36%
Varsity Athletes
0%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 129 responses
  • Hard working
    30%
  • Dedicated
    24%
  • This is a very career based school so people care
    22%
  • Just assuming they'll succeed
    12%
  • Friendly, open-minded
    3%
  • Stuck-up
    3%
  • Stupid
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
76%
Poll
50%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 213 responses
Poll
57%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 254 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 131 responses
  • Dedicated to the Students
    40%
  • Enjoyable
    21%
  • Career Oriented
    11%
  • Good school for the major, but needs improvements
    11%
  • Great School but defiantly needs work!
    7%
  • I am a transfer, but I have been helped immensely
    3%
  • The school is good but needs improvements
    2%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$38,800 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
63%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%
86%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 107 responses

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