Johnson & Wales University-Providence

Providence, RI · private nonprofit

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Admissions

Admit rate83.7%
Applicants
Middle-50% SAT970–1230
Middle-50% ACT20–26
Avg GPA
Test policy
Avg net price / yr$32,478
Grad rate55%
Median earnings (10 yr)$43,418
Sourcescorecard_bulk · 2025

Application requirements

Early Action2025-11-16
Early Action II2026-01-04
Regular / Rolling2026-03-01
Application fee$0 (US) · $0 (intl)
Personal essayNot required
Test policysometimes required

Source: Common App first-year Requirements Grid, 2025-26 cycle. Confirm on the college's site — requirements can change mid-cycle.

Supplemental essays

Answer 1 of 2 — max null words each.

  1. Providence College values each student’s willingness to embrace and learn from different viewpoints. What experiences or perspectives do you believe individuals from diverse backgrounds bring to a community or organization? And how will your unique background positively impact others at Providence College?
  2. Providence College thrives on the energy of those who seek. How will you contribute to our vibrant campus life and intellectual culture in the years ahead?

Copied verbatim from the school's official admissions page (2025-26 cycle).