Admissions events and webinars

RISD offers a variety of online info programs and other events for prospective students to learn about the college and the outstanding graduate programs offered here.

Upcoming events

May 18

RISD Graduate Online Information Program - Prospective Student Event

If you are not able to travel to Providence, an online information program provides a similar introduction to our graduate programs, learning resources, community and campus. We’ll also describe the steps to apply for admission and financial aid.

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May 24

Graduate campus tour and Thesis Exhibition

Join Graduate Admissions for an in-person tour of RISD's campus. Experience important resources for research including The Edna Lawrence Nature Lab and the Fleet Library. We'll finish out the tour with a visit to the Graduate Thesis Exhibition, where you'll see work from our graduating students.

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May 25

RISD Graduate Online Information Program - Prospective Student Event

If you are not able to travel to Providence, an online information program provides a similar introduction to our graduate programs, learning resources, community and campus. We’ll also describe the steps to apply for admission and financial aid.

Register

2022 Grad Open House recordings

Architecture

Graphic Design

Illustration

Industrial Design

Interior Architecture

Landscape Architecture

Painting

Photography

Graduate studies student panel

International Student and Scholar Affairs

Admissions webinars archive

May 9

International Student Financial Services session

Have questions about financial aid as an international student? Join Student Financial Services, International Students and Scholar Affairs, and Admissions for an overview of financing your RISD education, topics will include important dates, payment plan information, and general tips to finance your RISD degree as an international student.

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Faculty AMA: Carl Lostritto


An "ask me anything" session with Associate Professor of Architecture Carl Lostritto about the RISD community, the graduate program in Architecture and more.

Graduate experience panel discussion


A panel discussion with current students and alumni, who share insights about the graduate experience at RISD. This webinar is part of our special topics series, which offers deep dives into specific aspects of RISD’s graduate community and creative culture.

Portfolio tips from the Admissions Office



In this session the Admissions team focuses on the graduate application’s portfolio requirement and offers tips and guidance for submitting a body of work.

Portfolio tips from RISD faculty


This session focuses on the graduate application’s portfolio requirement. Join the Admissions team and RISD faculty members, who will offer tips and guidance for submitting your portfolio.

Studio visit: Aaron Forrest


A peek into the studio practice of Associate Professor of Architecture Aaron Forrest. This webinar is part of our special topics series, which offers deep dives into specific aspects of the student experience and RISD’s graduate community.

Studio visit: Charlotte McCurdy MID 18



A peek into the studio practice of interdisciplinary designer/researcher and Industrial Design alum Charlotte McCurdy. This webinar is part of our special topics series, which offers deep dives into specific aspects of the student experience and RISD’s graduate community.