Info Sessions

Hosted by members of the Admissions team, our online programs give an excellent introduction to life and learning at RISD, how to apply and develop your portfolio and more.

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RISD 101
Application prep and portfolio tips
For families and applicants
Archived info sessions

RISD 101

Learn all about RISD, from our academics and student life to the application process.

3:30–4:30 pm EDT

Learn about the resources on campus for RISD students! We'll talk about incredible offices like our Career Center, Intercultural Student Engagement (ISE), Center for Student Involvement (CSI); we'll show you some spaces like our RISD Museum, The Nature Lab, the Fleet Library, and more!

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3:30–4:30 pm EST

Learn all about RISD! Topics include application requirements, academic programs and student life.

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6:00–7:00 pm EST

Learn about RISD Pre-Collegiate summer programs and how to apply for them! RISD Pre-College is an immersive on-campus summer program that gives students an insight into the RISD experience and helps them strengthen their portfolios.

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7:30–8:30 am EST

Learn all about RISD! Topics include application requirements, academic programs and student life.

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7:30–8:30 am EST

Learn all about RISD! Topics include application requirements, academic programs and student life.

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3:30–4:30 pm EST

Learn all about RISD! Topics include application requirements, academic programs and student life. This session will include a special focus on RISD's first-year EFS program.

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Application prep and portfolio tips

Get advice directly from reviewers about everything from navigating the Common Application to developing and refining your creative work.

6:00–7:00 pm EDT

Join this webinar to ensure you're on track to complete the strongest ED application for RISD. Regular Decision students are welcome to join, too.

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3:30–4:30 pm EDT

What's in a portfolio? This is a great opportunity to get advice directly from RISD reviewers about how to start making and curating work for applications. New to the fine arts? Or perhaps you want new ideas? This session looks at how drawing and painting can be approachable for all kinds of artists and designers.

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7:30–8:30 am EDT

What's in a portfolio? This is a great opportunity to get advice directly from RISD reviewers about how to start making and curating work for applications.

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6:00–7:00 pm EST

Curious what's happening behind the scenes? Join this webinar to learn about the lifecycle of a RISD application, how to update or modify your application, and how to use the RISD applicant portal.

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7:30–8:30 am EST

What's in a portfolio? This is a great opportunity to get advice directly from RISD reviewers about how to start making and curating work for applications.

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3:30–4:30 pm EST

What's in a portfolio? This is a great opportunity to get advice directly from RISD reviewers about how to start making and curating work for applications. Discover project ideas you can get started on for the upcoming winter vacation.

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6:00–7:00 pm EST

Hear advice on curating your portfolio and presenting it effectively and impactfully in SlideRoom.

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7:30–8:30 am EST

What's in a portfolio? This is a great opportunity to get advice directly from RISD reviewers about how to start making and curating work for applications.

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For families and applicants

We offer educational resources on understanding what it means to receive an art and design education. Join us for these events that are tailored to prospective students and their families.

6:00–7:00 pm EDT

Brown and RISD partner up for an in-depth discussion about our institutions and how they merge in the Dual Degree program. You'll learn about advising, hear from current "dualies", and learn about admissions and financial aid.

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6:00–7:00 pm EDT

Still have questions about the Brown|RISD Dual Degree Program (BRDD)? Join RISD Admissions, Brown Admissions, and current BRDD students for an open discussion guided by your questions.

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Want to take a campus tour?

If you’re interested in RISD, join us for an in-person info session and student-led tour. You’ll learn more about our community and campus, and get answers to your questions along the way.

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Archived info sessions

Application Prep 1: The first-year application

The Admissions team shares application details for those applying for undergraduate admission in 2024.

Application Prep 3: Writing your college essay

Looking for guidance on writing your college essay? Join Mike Cameron, Director of Admissions, Recruitment, to hear advice that comes from 16 years of reading college essays.