✓ From the official admissions page
Nov 1, 2026
Early Decision
Decision by Decisions are released mid December · Binding
Closed
Jan 20, 2027
Regular Decision
Decision by Decisions are released mid March · Non-binding
72 days left
“NOV 1 Early decision application deadline Expand Early decision application deadline Copy link to section Decisions are released mid December. Please note that applying for early decision indicates a commitment to attend if admitted.”
Application
Common Application, SlideRoom
Testing
Test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are not required.
Essays
1 essay prompt listed on the official page
Fee
$70
Programs that add a portfolio, an audition or their own steps. Check details on the linked page.
RISD First Year in Florence
Students apply directly through the Common App; RISD admits students directly to the program for the fall semester, with an expected class s
Separate admission
All first-year applicants (RISD portfolio via SlideRoom)
Portfolio of 12–20 examples of most recent work; $10 SlideRoom fee; recommended to include drawing/painting from direct observation.
Portfolio
- Tuition & fees
- $65,136
- Median earnings, 10 yrs
- $69,341
- 6-year graduation
- 92%