Providence College

Providence, RI · private nonprofit

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Admissions

Admit rate48.7%
Applicants
Middle-50% SAT1250–1400
Middle-50% ACT28–32
Avg GPA
Test policy
Avg net price / yr$45,538
Grad rate88%
Median earnings (10 yr)$87,054
Sourcescorecard_bulk · 2025

Application requirements

Early Decision2025-11-01
Early Decision II2026-01-15
Early Action2025-11-01
Regular / Rolling2026-01-15
Application fee$70 (US) · $70 (intl)
Personal essayRequired
PortfolioVia SlideRoom
Test policynever required
Counselor recommendationRequired
Mid-year reportRequired

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 500 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).