Applying to Bryant

Our interdisciplinary approach leads to proven results. Create your path, expand your world, and achieve your success.

Build Your Success From the Ground Up

From your very first class, you’ll start synthesizing business and liberal arts concepts with your hands-on experiences on campus. By graduation, the Bryant values of global perspective, innovation, creativity, character, and leadership will become part of your DNA.

We offer admission interviews and test-optional alternatives. Show us how you shine and share with us your big plans. If you think you’ll thrive in a learning environment that places a priority on experimentation and collaboration, we can’t wait to meet you.

The Common App

Applying to Bryant is easy. We participate in the Common App so you can use that platform to fill out your application and send it to the Bryant admission team.

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Contact the Office of Admission

Need help? Just reach out—we’re happy to assist.

(800) 622-7001

admission@bryant.edu

(401) 232-6741

1150 Douglas Pike
Smithfield, RI 02917

First-Year Admission

Our comprehensive application process doesn’t just look at your coursework. It takes the entire student into account.

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First-Year Admission

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Early Decision / Early Action

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Early Decision / Early Action

If you feel certain that Bryant is your top school, applying for Early Decision or Early Action can give you an answer well before you hear from other schools.

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International Student Admission

Join a learning community that represents more than 60 countries. Our first-year 4MILE (Multicultural and International Leadership Experience) program quickly adapts you to your new home.

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International Student Admission

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Transfer Student Admission

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Transfer Student Admission

Welcome to Bryant, where one out of every seven students is a transfer. We’re here to help, including merit scholarships for exceptional transfer students.

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Admitted Class Profile

Our current students all demonstrated strong college preparatory work and extracurriculars, solid recommendations and a great essay.

See the Class of 2028

Test Requirements and Test-Optional Policy

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Test Requirements and Test-Optional Policy

You’re more than a test score. If you believe your test scores don’t reflect your actual value as a student, we have alternatives.

Review Testing Policies

Our Counselors

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Our Counselors

Our admissions counselors are ready to answer your questions at every stage of the application process.

Meet Our Counselors

Veterans

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Veterans

We thank you for your service and welcome you back to school. Learn why U.S. News and World Report has ranked us as one of the top schools for veterans in the region (2023).

Explore Veterans Benefits