Bryant University
Smithfield, Rhode Island · Private
Bryant University admitted 66% of 9,506 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1160–1340 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 81% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Bryant University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early decision
- November 1, 2026
- Early decision II
- January 15, 2027
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- February 1, 2027
The application fee is $50, and Bryant University accepts the Common App fee waiver. Bryant University asks for the Common App personal essay, a counselor recommendation, and a midyear report from your school.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Bryant University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $71,057 a year. After grants, students paid $40,612 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Bryant University’s acceptance rate?
Bryant University admitted 66% of applicants: 6,241 of 9,506 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Bryant University’s early decision deadline?
For 2026–27, early decision is due November 1, 2026, early decision II is due January 15, 2027, early action is due November 15, 2026, and regular decision is due February 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Bryant University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1160 to 1340, with a median around 1250. A score at or above 1250 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Bryant University’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and Bryant University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does Bryant University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Bryant University asks for the Common App personal essay, a counselor recommendation, and a midyear report from your school.
Does Bryant University have supplemental essays?
No. Bryant University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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