Contact RISD
Whether you’re interested in attending or working at RISD, an alum looking to stay connected with campus, or just want to find out more about what we have to offer, please get in touch or visit us in Providence.
Address and phone number
If you have a general question about RISD or want to connect with the college, reach out to us at:
Rhode Island School of Design
20 Washington Place
Providence, RI 02903-2784
USA
p (local): 401 454-6100
p (toll-free): 800 364-RISD
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In case of emergency
Call the Department of Public Safety (DPS) at 401 454-6666. DPS responds 24/7.
In the event of a campus-wide emergency, visit emergency.risd.edu for important information.
Key resources and services
Visit our A–Z listing of administrative offices to find information about services provided, locate staff members, access documents and forms, and more.
Interested in attending RISD? Sign up for email updates from our Admissions team or send them an email with any questions you may have.
Want to work at RISD? We encourage you to check out our listing of open staff positions. (Click here for open faculty positions.)
Contact the Registrar’s Office for copies of transcripts and/or diplomas. (Please direct Continuing Education transcript requests to cemail@risd.edu.)
Support our students and mission
At RISD we equip students with the skills they’ll need to address the world’s most pressing problems—and we are committed to helping them every step of the way. If you’re interested in giving to RISD or offering support, follow the link below to find out more.
Get to know RISD
Connect with RISD Admissions to discover your future path in art and design.
Cultivate critically informed creative practices that lead you to big ideas and unexpected outcomes.
Discover opportunities to advance your career in a supportive and inclusive work environment that thrives on creativity.