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
General information program
Join our Admissions team for an intro to RISD’s graduate programs, learning resources, community and campus. During this online session we will also describe the steps for applying for admission and financial aid.
General information program
Join our Admissions team for an intro to RISD’s graduate programs, learning resources, community and campus. During this online session we will also describe the steps for applying for admission and financial aid.
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.
2021 Grad Open House recordings
Architecture
Architecture + Design division
Career Center
Digital + Media
Fine Arts division
Furniture Design
Graphic Design
Illustration
Industrial Design
Interior Architecture
Landscape Architecture
Nature Lab
Office of International Student Services
Painting
Photography
Textiles
Admissions webinars archive
Ask Admissions Anything
An "ask me anything" session with Admissions staff members Molly Pettengill and Timothy Lai (an alum of the Painting MFA program) about RISD's graduate community, academic programs and more.
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.