Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
5.23%
SAT Average
1,546
ACT Range
34-35
Brown University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 5.23%. This means approximately 52 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 7,273 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
5.23%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $68,230 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $68,230 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $84,986 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $26,572 | State avg: $26,706. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 13.27% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 9.22% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Brown University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$68,230
Room and board
$16,598
Books and supplies
$0
Other expenses
$2,820
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$84,986
Average net price
$26,572
Average aid coverage
69%
$58,414 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Brown University pays approximately $26,572 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Rhode Island average of $26,706 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Brown University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Rhode Island and national averages.
Brown University net price
$26,572
Rhode Island average
$26,706
National average
$17,506
Brown University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $68,230 and average net price at $26,572. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$68,230
Current net price
$26,572
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
95.95%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$93,487
Undergraduates
7,273
10-Year Median Earnings - Brown University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Brown University graduates earn about 2.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Brown University?
Undergraduates
7,273
Completion rate
95.95%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
13.27%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
9.22%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 13.27% of Brown University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 9.22% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Brown University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Brown University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Brown University lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Brown University is listed at One Prospect Street, Providence, RI 02912. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Brown University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown University | 5.23% | $68,230 | $26,572 | $93,487 |
| Bryant University | 65.65% | $51,169 | $40,846 | $90,008 |
| Providence College | 48.72% | $60,848 | $45,538 | $87,054 |
| Salve Regina University | 69.91% | $47,930 | $35,682 | $72,975 |
| Roger Williams University | 87.78% | $42,666 | $38,123 | $70,266 |
Similar Schools in Providence
This local cluster focuses on nearby Providence schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Providence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown University's acceptance rate?
Brown University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 5.23%.
How much is Brown University tuition?
Brown University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $68,230.
What is Brown University's average net price?
Brown University's average net price in the local dataset is $26,572.
What does Brown University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $-2,158 for Brown University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Brown University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $93,487 for Brown University.
Is Brown University accredited?
Brown University's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Brown University?
The local dataset lists 7,273 undergraduate students at Brown University.
What percentage of Brown University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Brown University in the local dataset is 13.27%.
What is the federal loan rate at Brown University?
The federal loan rate for Brown University in the local dataset is 9.22%.
Where should I verify Brown University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Brown University or the latest official federal education data.