Johnson & Wales University-Providence
Providence, Rhode Island · Private Non-Profit
Avg Earnings (5yr)
$35,802
Acceptance Rate
84%
Graduation Rate
57%
Annual Tuition
$40,408
Quick answer
According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Johnson & Wales University-Providence earn a median of $43,418 ten years after entry — 20% below the national median. Acceptance rate 83.7%, average SAT score 1050, in-state tuition $40,408.
At a Glance
Total Students
3,913
Retention Rate
76%
Faculty Ratio
13
Financial Aid
74%
Median Debt
$26,000
Campus Setting
City
Institution Type
Private Non-Profit
Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores
Average SAT Score
1,050
SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)
460–590
SAT Math (middle 50%)
430–570
ACT Composite (middle 50%)
22–27
Institution Overview
Johnson & Wales University-Providence is a private, non-profit institution with 3,913 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 83.7% and a graduation rate of 56.9%. The retention rate is 76.3%. The in-state tuition is $40,408, and 73.5% of students receive financial aid.
One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $33,862. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $35,802, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $43,418. The median debt for graduates is $26,000.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
Earning Projection Over Time
$34k
1 YEAR
$36k
5 YEARS
$43k
10 YEARS
Graduate Outcomes
One year after graduation, Johnson & Wales University-Providence graduates earn $33,862. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $35,802. Ten years after graduation, earnings reach $43,418. The median debt for graduates is $26,000.
The university has a graduation rate of 56.9% and a retention rate of 76.3%. The acceptance rate is 83.7%, and 73.5% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition cost is $40,408.
Popular Programs
Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.
Culinary Arts and Related Services
Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services
Hospitality Administration/Management
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations
Marketing
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
Accounting and Related Services
Computer Software and Media Applications
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Finance and Financial Management Services
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Biology, General
Communication and Media Studies
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
International Business
Computer Engineering
Engineering, Other
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Human Resources Management and Services
Education, Other
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Campus Location
Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI 02903-3703
Johnson & Wales University-Providence is located in Providence, Rhode Island. The campus is in a city setting.