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Ringling College of Art and Design

Ringling College

Sarasota, Florida 34234-5895

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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.

Established
1931
Mascot
Remy the Armadillo
Type
Private art school

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67%Acceptance
SAT Avg
1,719Students
11:1Student:Faculty
71%Grad Rate
$43,325Earnings 10yr
$55,390Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Ringling College of Art and Design Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate67.4%

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

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

67.4%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$55,480
Room & Board$17,850
Books & Supplies$2,700
Total Cost of Attendance$75,726
Average Net Price$55,390
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$50,332
$30–48K$50,588
$48–75K$55,349
$75–110K$57,165
$110K+$60,033

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

61.6%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$27,000

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

12

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

3

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

3

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (6)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

84%

Mixed
  • 84% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,719
Gender Split
74% / 26%
Women / Men
First Generation
17%
Pell Grant Recipients
21%

Race & Ethnicity

White 44%
Black 3%
Hispanic 15%
Asian 9%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 21%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate70.8%
Freshman Retention84.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$39,650
10 Years$43,325

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

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

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

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

TPA Tampa42 mi
MCO Orlando106 mi
MIA Miami177 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1221 mi · ~35h 16m drive
New York, NY1043 mi · ~30h 8m drive
Hartford, CT1141 mi · ~32h 58m drive
Providence, RI1181 mi · ~34h 7m drive
Albany, NY1166 mi · ~33h 41m drive
Syracuse, NY1142 mi · ~32h 59m drive
Rochester, NY1126 mi · ~32h 32m drive
Buffalo, NY1092 mi · ~31h 33m drive
Philadelphia, PA967 mi · ~27h 56m drive
Pittsburgh, PA915 mi · ~26h 26m drive
Harrisburg, PA949 mi · ~27h 25m drive
Newark, NJ1040 mi · ~30h 3m drive
Washington, DC859 mi · ~24h 49m drive
Baltimore, MD892 mi · ~25h 46m drive
Atlanta, GA455 mi · ~13h 9m drive
Charlotte, NC553 mi · ~15h 59m drive
Raleigh, NC625 mi · ~18h 3m drive
Miami, FL183 mi · ~5h 17m drive
Orlando, FL108 mi · ~3h 7m drive
Tampa, FL41 mi · ~1h 11m drive
Nashville, TN657 mi · ~18h 59m drive
New Orleans, LA490 mi · ~14h 9m drive
Richmond, VA764 mi · ~22h 4m drive
Chicago, IL1043 mi · ~30h 8m drive
Detroit, MI1035 mi · ~29h 54m drive
Minneapolis, MN1353 mi · ~39h 5m drive
St. Louis, MO895 mi · ~25h 51m drive
Kansas City, MO1066 mi · ~30h 48m drive
Indianapolis, IN882 mi · ~25h 29m drive
Columbus, OH871 mi · ~25h 10m drive
Cleveland, OH978 mi · ~28h 15m drive
Milwaukee, WI1124 mi · ~32h 28m drive
Dallas, TX929 mi · ~26h 50m drive
Houston, TX795 mi · ~22h 58m drive
Austin, TX941 mi · ~27h 11m drive
San Antonio, TX979 mi · ~28h 17m drive
Los Angeles, CA2159 mi · ~62h 22m drive
San Francisco, CA2410 mi · ~69h 37m drive
San Diego, CA2094 mi · ~60h 30m drive
Seattle, WA2550 mi · ~73h 40m drive
Portland, OR2523 mi · ~72h 53m drive
Denver, CO1543 mi · ~44h 35m drive
Phoenix, AZ1802 mi · ~52h 3m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1905 mi · ~55h 2m drive
Honolulu, HI4689 mi · ~135h 28m drive
Deep South / Subtropical (warm winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Tampa (TPA)42 miles
Rental car
63 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
84 min$50-84
Orlando (MCO)106 miles
Rental car
159 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
212 min$127-212

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