Bryant University
A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $77,600 within 10 years; strong 80% graduation rate.
About This School
Bryant University is a private nonprofit institution located in Smithfield, Rhode Island with approximately 3,194 undergraduate students enrolled. Bryant University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 65%. The average net price after financial aid is $41,219 per year. The graduation rate is 80%, and the typical graduate earns $77,600 within 10 years of enrollment.
Bryant University is a private university in Smithfield, Rhode Island, United States. It has three colleges, the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Health and Behavioral Sciences, and the College of Business, and is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
This is a strong option for students focused on business careers — graduates earn a median of $77,600 ten years out, which holds up well against the $23,250 median debt load. The 81% graduation rate and 87% freshman retention suggest most students who enroll finish, which is a meaningful vote of confidence in the experience. That said, the $40,846 average net price is steep for a small regional school, so compare your actual aid offer carefully before committing.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 3% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,194 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
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