A
Excellent
Score: 83/100

Brown University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Providence, Rhode Island 02912
🌐 www.brown.edu/
Outcomes
A+
98/100
Affordability
F
26/100
Resources
A+
97/100
Experience
A+
98/100
Prestige
A+
94/100

Quick Stats

11,516
Total Enrollment
96%
Graduation Rate
99%
Retention Rate
6.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
5%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where Brown University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Engineering, General
of 100 schools
🥉
Research Methodology and Quantitative Methods
of 8 schools
#5
Applied Mathematics, General
of 33 schools
#8
International Relations and Affairs
of 92 schools
#11
Physics, General
of 100 schools
#12
English Language and Literature, General
of 100 schools
#13
Computer Science
of 100 schools
#15
Medicine
of 100 schools
#16
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
of 100 schools
#16
Neuroscience
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $65,656 $65,656
Room $9,650
Board $6,948
Total Cost (On-Campus) $87,648 $87,648

Financial Aid

61%
Receive Any Aid
14%
Receive Pell Grants
10%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

11,516
Total Students
52%
Women
95%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 32%
Hispanic 11%
Black 8%
Asian 17%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 20%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 93%
Hybrid (Some Online) 3%
Fully Online 4%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 95%
25-64 (Adult) 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Brown University?
Brown University has an acceptance rate of 5%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend Brown University?
Tuition at Brown University is $65,656 for in-state students and $65,656 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Brown University?
The graduation rate at Brown University is 96%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Brown University a good school?
Brown University has a Repit College Score of 83/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Brown University?
Brown University has a total enrollment of 11,516 students. Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology