ADMISSIONS CONSIDERATIONS

As an Ivy League club team, Brown WW does not get the admission support as found in a varsity program. We require applicants to have elite academics! GPA and Test scores are key in giving yourself the best chance at admissions. Get in touch early to learn about how to set yourself up for the future!
Brown offers one of the highest Early Decision Acceptance rates in the Ivy League at 18% compared to our Regular Decision rate of 5%. Early decision deadline is November 1st. Give yourself the best chance possible! Reach out to learn more about.

Academic Quick Facts

Ivy League Excellence: As one of the top universities globally, Brown offers unparalleled academic prestige.
The "Happy Ivy": Renowned for its vibrant and joyful campus life, Brown is consistently ranked as one of the happiest colleges and always the happiest Ivy!
Open Curriculum: Shape your own educational journey. Design your major and tailor your studies with the freedom and flexibility that only Brown's Open Curriculum provides. The Open Curriculum makes Brown University is THE most unique and special school in the world!
Pass/Fail Options for Any Class: Explore new interests and passions without the pressure of grades, thanks to our pass/fail option.

Brown Connect: Career development platform at Brown University designed to help students connect with alumni and employers, access internships, research opportunities, and other career-related resources.

No General Education Requirements: Brown's Open Curriculum has no mandatory Gen-Ed requirements. Students have the freedom to choose courses based on their interests and career goals.
Interdisciplinary Learning: Students are encouraged to explore a wide range of disciplines and can easily combine different fields of study. This interdisciplinary approach fosters creativity and innovative thinking.
Student-Designed Concentrations: Students can design their own concentrations if they have unique academic interests that cross conventional departmental lines. This allows for highly personalized and relevant educational experiences.
Satisfactory/No Credit (S/NC) Grading Option: Students can take courses on a Satisfactory/No Credit basis, allowing them to focus on learning without the pressure of traditional letter grades.
Advising and Support: Brown provides robust advising to help students navigate the Open Curriculum. Each student works with advisors to plan their academic journey and ensure they meet graduation requirements.

100% Demonstrated Need Met: Brown meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted undergraduates, with more than half of the student body receiving need-based financial aid.
Average Financial Aid Package: $53,823 off per year.
Full Tuition Covered: For families earning less than $125,000 per year with typical assets, Brown covers full tuition through scholarships and grants.
No Loans Policy: Brown has a "no loans" financial aid policy for all undergraduates, replacing loans with scholarships that do not need to be repaid.

Happiest Ivy League Students: Brown is consistently ranked as one of the happiest colleges in the nation (And always the happiest in the Ivy League).
Picturesque Campus: Brown’s “College Hill” is one of America’s greatest college towns!
Location Perks: See all New England has to offer! Block Island, Newport, Narragansett, RI Beaches, Boston, Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Baseball games at Fenway, and so much more are nearby!
Diverse and Inclusive Community: Experience a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
Creative Capital: Providence is known for it’s thriving arts scene - leading to the nickname “The Creative Capital”

Spring Weekend: This April music festival on campus is host to some huge names in the music industry!
Campus Dance: Held the night before Commencement, this is one of the largest and most festive events of the year.

Beloved Dining Halls: Brown's dining halls are known for their incredible food options!
Providence Food Scene: Providence is one of the best food cities in the USA. Check out Thayer Street and Federal Hill!

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