Providence College
Providence, RI · private nonprofit
Official site ↗Admissions
| Admit rate | 48.7% |
| Applicants | — |
| Middle-50% SAT | 1250–1400 |
| Middle-50% ACT | 28–32 |
| Avg GPA | — |
| Test policy | — |
| Avg net price / yr | $45,538 |
| Grad rate | 88% |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $87,054 |
| Source | scorecard_bulk · 2025 |
Application requirements
| Early Decision | 2025-11-01 |
| Early Decision II | 2026-01-15 |
| Early Action | 2025-11-01 |
| Regular / Rolling | 2026-01-15 |
| Application fee | $70 (US) · $70 (intl) |
| Personal essay | Required |
| Portfolio | Via SlideRoom |
| Test policy | never required |
| Counselor recommendation | Required |
| Mid-year report | 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 500 words each.
- 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?
- 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).