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Brown University

Providence, Rhode Island 02912

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Among the most selective in the Northeast — top graduate earnings

Brown University is a private institution in Providence with particular strength in biology and computer science. With an average SAT of 1546, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 7.3K undergraduates with a 6:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

96% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $93,487 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $26,572.

Established
1764
Motto
In Deo Speramus
Mascot
Bruno the Bear
Type
Private research university
Conference
Ivy League athletic conference
Division
Division I

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5%Acceptance
1546SAT Avg
7,273Students
6:1Student:Faculty
96%Grad Rate
$93,487Earnings 10yr
$26,572Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate5.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1546

Reading & WritingMid: 745
740770
MathMid: 770
760800

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 34
3435

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$68,230
Room & Board$16,598
Books & Supplies$0
Total Cost of Attendance$84,986
Average Net Price$26,572
Median Debt at Graduation$11,428
Monthly Payment (10yr)$121

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K-$2,158
$30–48K$2,273
$48–75K$7,757
$75–110K$19,526
$110K+$45,823

Programs (182)

Student Body

Undergrads
7,273
Gender Split
51% / 49%
Women / Men
First Generation
17%
Pell Grant Recipients
13%

Race & Ethnicity

White 36%
Black 9%
Hispanic 12%
Asian 20%
Two+ 8%
Int'l 12%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate96.0%
Freshman Retention98.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$79,131
8 Years$84,208
10 Years$93,487

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$79,900
Men
$99,400

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