by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. We've also included details on how RISD ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in textile studies.
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The bachelor's program at RISD was ranked #44 on College Factual's Best Schools for textile studies list. It is also ranked #2 in Rhode Island.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Textile & Apparel Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 43 |
| Best Textile & Apparel Studies Schools | 44 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Rhode Island School of Design handed out 14 bachelor's degrees in textile & apparel studies. This is a decrease of 13% over the previous year when 16 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of textile studies students who receive their bachelor's degree at RISD is $14,537. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $36,945 for all textile studies students.
The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $58,690 | $58,690 |
| Fees | $1,070 | $1,070 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,700 | $2,700 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $15,850 | $15,850 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,500 | $3,500 |
Learn more about RISD tuition and fees.
Of the 14 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in textile studies from RISD in 2022, 14% were men and 86% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rhode Island School of Design with a bachelor's in textile studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Online degrees for the RISD textile studies bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the RISD Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the textile studies majors at Rhode Island School of Design.
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