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.
FEB 12
RISD 101
3:30–4:30 pm EST
Learn all about RISD! Topics include application requirements, academic programs and student life.
FEB 26
RISD 101
6–7 pm EST
Learn all about RISD! Topics include application requirements, academic programs and student life.
MAR 26
RISD 101: A to Z
APR 16
RISD 101: RISD Global
3:30–4:30 pm EDT
Interested in studying abroad while you are in college? Join us to learn about RISD Global and all their opportunities to travel internationally!
APR 30
RISD 101: Studio professors
Application prep and portfolio tips
Get advice directly from reviewers about everything from navigating the RISD application to developing and refining your creative work.
FEB 11
Application Prep 8: Transfer application checklist
6–7 pm EST
Join this webinar to ensure you're on track to complete the strongest transfer application for RISD.
FEB 20
Portfolio Tips: Documenting your portfolio
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 document and showcase your work.
MAR 13
Portfolio Tips: Photography and Graphic Design
6–7 pm EDT
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. With a focus on Photography and Graphic Design.
MAR 27
Portfolio Tips
3:30–4:30 pm EDT
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.
APR 10
Portfolio Tips
6–7 pm EDT
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.
APR 24
Portfolio Tips
3:30–4:30 pm EDT
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.
FEB 19
RISD Chats: The transfer student experience
7–8 pm EST
Meet a group of current transfer students and learn about their transition to RISD--either directly into their chosen major or after RISD's Summer Experimental and Foundation Studies program. Ask questions and learn more about our campus community!
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 2: The transfer application
The Admissions team shares the new RISD application details for those applying to be undergraduate transfer students in 2024.
Application Prep 3: Writing your college essay
Looking for guidance on writing your college essay? Join Mike Cameron, Director of Admissions, Recruitment, to hear advice that comes from nearly 20 years of reading college essays.