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
Learn all about RISD, from our academics and student life to the application process.
NOV 6
RISD 101
7:30–8:30 am EST
Learn all about RISD! Topics include application requirements, academic programs and student life.
NOV 13
RISD 101: Pre-Collegiate programs
6–7 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.
NOV 20
RISD 101
3:30–4:30 pm EST
Learn all about RISD! Topics include application requirements, academic programs and student life.
DEC 4
RISD 101
7:30–8:30 am EST
Learn all about RISD! Topics include application requirements, academic programs and student life.
DEC 11
RISD 101
3:30–4:30 pm EST
Learn all about RISD! Topics include application requirements, academic programs and student life.
DEC 18
RISD 101
6–7 pm EST
Learn all about RISD! Topics include application requirements, academic programs and student life.
Application prep and portfolio tips
Get advice directly from reviewers about everything from navigating the Common Application to developing and refining your creative work.
NOV 12
Application Prep 5: The lifecycle of the RISD application
6–7 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.
NOV 21
Portfolio Tips
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.
DEC 3
Application Prep 6: Curating and presenting your portfolio
DEC 12
Portfolio Tips
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.
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.
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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.
Archived info sessions
Application Prep 1: The first-year application
The Admissions team shares application details for those applying for undergraduate admission in 2025.