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Bryant University

#365 in US ranking Smithfield, RI
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Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$71,362
Tuition & fees
$54,404
Avg. aid
$27,257
Receiving aid
99%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
65%
SAT range
1190–1330
ACT range
27–28

Outcomes

Graduation rate
80%
Median salary
$65,252
1 yr after graduation

What does Bryant University offer in terms of athletics?

Bryant's Bulldogs compete in NCAA Division I varsity athletics. America East is the conference home for many of its teams, while conference arrangements can differ by sport.

Varsity opportunities include sports such as basketball, baseball, soccer, lacrosse, and swimming and diving. Varsity participation involves team selection and a substantial training commitment; it is distinct from club sports, intramurals, and recreational fitness. Students who want to play without joining an NCAA team should review the current club and intramural offerings, since the broad list of sports associated with campus life does not mean each activity is a varsity program.

What student groups and Associations are available at Bryant University?

Bryant has student organizations spanning academic interests, service, and the performing arts. Examples reported for the university include the Finance Association, International Business Association, Bryant Players, Bryant Bulldog Dancers, and Bryant Habitat for Community.

These groups offer different kinds of involvement: professional-interest organizations can host peer and career activities, while theater, dance, and service groups provide other ways to participate. Bryant also reports student-run media and performing groups. Recognition and activity can change from year to year, so students looking for a particular organization should consult the current student-organization directory and meeting information.

Who studies at Bryant University?

Bryant enrolls about 3,636 students in the reported institution-wide count. Its student body is predominantly of traditional college age, although older students are enrolled as well.

Among reported first-time undergraduates, 883 enrolled in the measured intake; another 102 students entered as transfers. Geographic data indicate that relatively few students come from Rhode Island compared with other U.S. states, with international students also represented. These measures describe where students came from, not whether they live on campus or remain in the state after graduation.

Reported enrollment includes students across racial and ethnic groups, including White, Hispanic or Latino, Black or African American, and Asian students. Counts and classifications depend on the reporting source and year. They should be read as a description of enrollment, not as a substitute for learning how students experience the campus.

How does student life look like at Bryant University?

Bryant's campus experience is strongly residential: the reported share of students living on campus is 84%, compared with 16% commuting. That balance can make campus programming convenient for residents while making schedules and transportation more consequential for commuters.

Outside class, students can use recreation and wellness resources, attend performances and other events, and take part in student-run media. Bryant reports a campus health clinic and personal or psychological counseling. New students should pay attention to orientation and first-year advising, especially when planning courses in a major with prerequisites. A residential majority does not mean every student follows the same social routine; employment, athletics, commuting, and course schedules shape how much time individuals spend on campus.

What libraries are available to students at Bryant University?

The Douglas and Judith Krupp Library is Bryant's main campus library. It provides research materials and study space for students working across the university's programs.

Students can reserve study rooms and should use the library's research assistance and online academic resources when an assignment calls for sources beyond a web search. Digital journals and databases can be particularly useful for projects requiring business, scientific, or scholarly literature. The reported study-space information does not identify a continuously open, 24-hour library area, so students who plan to work late should check current building and service hours.

Bryant University Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

3636

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

1059

Member of Athletic Associations

NCAA

Total staff

166 full time, 141 part time

Veterans affair office

Yes

Bryant University Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 3,200
Graduate: 436

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 3,406
Part-time: 230

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 379
Men: 680

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 350
Black or African American: 191
White: 2,522
American Indian or Alaska Native: 13
Asian: 148
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 4
Two or more races: 70
Unknown: 20

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Bryant University Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NCAA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Badminton

–Both–

Baseball

Men–Both

Basketball

BothBothMen

Bowling

WomenBothWomen

Cheerleading

Women––

Crew

Women––

Cross-country running

Both–Both

Field hockey

Women––

Football

Men–Men

Golf

Both–Men

Ice hockey

Men––

Lacrosse

Both–Men

Racquetball

Both––

Rugby

Both––

Sand volleyball

–Both–

Soccer

Both–Both

Softball

WomenBoth–

Squash

Both––

Swimming and diving

Both–Both

Table tennis

–Both–

Tennis

BothBothMen

Track and field

Both–Men

Ultimate Frisbee

Both––

Volleyball

Women–Women

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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