PrivateUrbanRingling College of Art and Design
Ringling College
Sarasota, Florida 34234-5895
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Private urban college in Sarasota
Ringling College of Art and Design is a private urban institution in Sarasota, Florida. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
A small campus of 1.7K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
71% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $43,325 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $55,390.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •The School of Fine and Applied Art of the John and Mable Ringling Art Museum was founded on March 31, 1931.
- •It opened on October 2 with 75 registered students.
- •In 1934, the junior college and music courses were eliminated and the decision was made to concentrate solely on art.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
62.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.5%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$27,000
Programs (6)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
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
84%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
12
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from FL state average + city premium