Does Johnson & Wales University-Providence offer self-guided or virtual tours?

Yes — Johnson & Wales University-Providence offers a virtual tour (https://www.jwu.edu/admissions/visit).

What is the nearest airport to Johnson & Wales University-Providence?

The nearest major airport is Providence TF Green (PVD), about 7 miles away.

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Johnson & Wales University-Providence Campus Tours & Visits — Providence, RI

Known for business

Johnson & Wales University-Providence is a private urban institution in Providence, Rhode Island. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1107.

A mid-sized campus of 3.9K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

55% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $43,418 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $32,478.

Established

1914

Motto

The Wildcat Way; Pride, Courage, Character and Community

Mascot

Wildcat Willie

Type

Private university

Division

Division III

84%

Acceptance

1107

SAT Avg

3,913

Undergrads

13:1

Student : Faculty

55%

Grad Rate (4yr)

$43,418

Earnings 10yr

$32,478

Avg Net Price

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Wildcats

Ice hockeySports includeSports includedGolfGolf conferenceLacrosse

History & Fun Facts

•Wales Johnson Wales Business School was founded in September 1914 in Providence, Rhode Island.
•The school opened with one student and one typewriter on Hope Street in Providence.
•The school soon moved to a larger site on Olney Street, and later moved downtown to 36 Exchange Street to better serve returning soldiers after World War I.
•1947–1963 In June 1947, founders Johnson and Wales, facing old age and illness, sold Johnson Wales Business School to partners (and Navy buddies) Edward Triangelo and Morris Gaebe.

Source: Wikipedia

Notable Alumni

•

Emeril Lagasse

Celebrity chef, restaurateur, and television personality

•

Tyler Florence

Celebrity chef and Food Network host

•

Michelle Bernstein

Award-winning chef and restaurateur

•

Graham Elliot

Celebrity chef and former MasterChef judge

•

Chris Santos

Celebrity chef and Chopped judge

•

Stephanie Cmar

Chef and Top Chef contestant

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Admissions

Acceptance Rate83.7%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1107

Reading & Writing

500630

Math

470600

ACT Score Range

Composite

2026

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions

Test-OptionalTracks InterestOn-Campus Interviews

Application Platforms

Common AppJWU App

Early Action

November 15

Decision by December 15

Regular Decision

rolling

Decision by rolling

Deadline Calendar

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Typical Application Requirements

0/9 items complete

Common Application or Coalition Application

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Official High School Transcript

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School Report + Counselor Recommendation

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Two Teacher Recommendations

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SAT or ACT Scores (test-optional)Optional

Check current test policy

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Johnson & Wales University-Providence Supplemental EssaysNon-standard

1-3 supplemental essays required

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CSS Profile / FAFSA

Required for financial aid consideration

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Arts Portfolio (if applicable)Non-standardOptional

Required for arts programs

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Interview (recommended)Optional

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Decision Notifications

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Transfer Admission

International Students

English Proficiency Requirements

TOEFL iBT61

IELTS6.0

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$40,408

Room & Board$18,776

Books & Supplies$1,200

Total Cost of Attendance$58,330

Average Net Price$32,478

Median Debt at Graduation$26,000

Monthly Payment (10yr)$276

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$28,488

$30–48K$29,394

$48–75K$31,538

$75–110K$33,740

$110K+$35,008

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Financial Aid

✗ Need-Blind✗ Meets 100% NeedMerit Scholarships

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

26.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

5.1%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$16,334

Academics

Quarter

Majors

50

Avg class size

20

Student-faculty ratio

15:1

Study abroad

15%

Programs (82)

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate54.9%

Freshman Retention76.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$35,802

10 Years$43,418

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

76%

Mixed

Campus Life

Organizations

60+

Varsity teams

16

NCAA Division IIIGreat Northeast Athletic ConferenceNo Greek Life

Housing & Residential Life

first-year

Housing Styles

Traditional residence hallsSuite-styleApartment-style

Dining

Student dining facilitiesDietary Options

Student Body

Undergrads

3,913

Gender Split

62% / 38%

Women / Men

First Generation

35%

Pell Grant Recipients

30%

Race & Ethnicity

White 60%

Black 11%

Hispanic 15%

Asian 4%

Two+ 2%

Int'l 3%

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

31

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

8

Burglary

2

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

3

Motor Vehicle Theft

3

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

8

Drug Arrests

6

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

117High

Estimated from RI state average + city premium

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 30"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675K

41 mi(71 min)

New Yorkpop. 8.3M

155 mi(269 min)

Philadelphiapop. 1.6M

235 mi(407 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

PVDProvidence TF Green7 mi

BOSBoston Logan43 mi

BDLHartford Bradley66 mi

Distance to Cities

Providence, RI0 mi

~0 min drive

Boston, MA41 mi

~1h 11m drive

Hartford, CT65 mi

~1h 53m drive

Southern (moderate winters, warm summers)

Getting Around

Walkability

Urban campus in downtown Providence with easy access to city amenities

Visit Planning

Nearby Hotels

Mid-Range

Budget

Plan Your Visit

Admission Office

8 Abbott Park Place, Providence, RI 02903

(401) 598-1000[email protected]

Virtual Tour →Campus Map →

Nearby Attractions

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Providence Downcitywalkable

Vibrant downtown with restaurants, arts, and WaterFire installations

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Federal Hillwalkable

Historic Italian neighborhood with restaurants and shops

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RISD Museumwalkable

World-class art museum at Rhode Island School of Design

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Providence Performing Arts Centerwalkable

Historic theater hosting Broadway shows and concerts

•

Roger Williams Park

Large park with zoo, gardens, and lakes

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Thayer Streetwalkable

Brown University area with shops and dining

Johnson & Wales University-Providence

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Wildcats

History & Fun Facts

Notable Alumni

Schools Like This

Roger Williams University

A T Still University of Health Sciences

Academy for Jewish Religion

Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences

Admissions

SAT Score Ranges

ACT Score Range

Admissions

Deadline Calendar

Typical Application Requirements

Decision Notifications

Transfer Admission

International Students

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Net Price by Family Income

Financial Aid

Debt & Aid Detail

Academics

Programs (82)

Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Campus Life

Housing & Residential Life

Dining

Student Body

Race & Ethnicity

Campus Safety

Incident Breakdown (2024)

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

Climate (School Year)

Nearest Cities

Getting There

Nearest Airports

Distance to Cities

Getting Around

Visit Planning

Nearby Hotels

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Nearby Attractions

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