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Bryant University - Smithfield

1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917

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Bryant University - Smithfield School Description

Throughout our 145-year history, Bryant has been building the knowledge and character of our students to help them achieve success. We are a student-centered university, focused on providing rigorous academic programs that integrate business and liberal arts to develop the skills and critical thinking that are essential to every profession.

Bryant is a student-centered university focused on excellence that prepares its graduates to achieve their personal best in life and business through:
- Challenging academic programs offered by faculty members prominent in their fields,
- A culturally-enriching campus life that encourages personal growth,
- Corporate and business experiences and affiliations
- The integration of advanced technology into the curriculum, and
- The cultivation of a global perspective through coursework and student-life activities.

The Bryant experience is more than what happens in the classroom. Opportunities to study abroad, conduct research, and take on leadership roles empowers our students to discover their passions, refine their goals, and develop their character.

Bryant University's 420-acre campus is located in Smithfield, RI. We invite you to visit our beautiful campus and find out more about Bryant in person.

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Bryant University - Smithfield

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Bryant University is a four-year, highly selective, private university located in Smithfield, Rhode Island. Until August 2004, it was known as Bryant College. The school's current campus is referred to as the Tupper Campus. Bryant University, which comprises the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Business, is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the AACSB International.

History

Bryant University was founded in 1863 as a branch of Bryant and Stratton. In 1916, the college was sold and merged with Rhode Island Commercial School. Bryant became non-profit in 1949 and offered its first master's program in 1969. Bryant was originally located in downtown Providence, Rhode Island, but moved to its current campus in Smithfield, Rhode Island when the founder of Tupperware, Earl Silas Tupper, a Bryant University alumnus, donated the current of land to be the new campus.

Bryant continued to be a generally successful institution throughout the 1970s and '80s, but began to face serious problems in the 1990s. Applications and interest in the college were way down and enrollment had dropped below 2,000 students. Five of the school's sixteen dormitories sat completely empty. Although the campus was clean and well-maintained, Bryant's facilities were old, haggard and in dire need of upgrading. Bryant continued to lose money throughout the early '90s, where the school had a $1.7 million deficit.; as of 2007 the school now has a $178.1 million endowment showing a change of +$100 million in less than 10 years. Ronald K. Machtley, a former Navy captain and U.S. Representative was hired as the new president in 1996. When Machtley arrived he immediately began working with faculty, students and the Board of Trustees to ensure the future of Bryant. He announced an ambitious capital campaign and building project to build new facilities and upgrade old ones. In the past six years, Bryant has built a new library, athletic center, communications and IT complex, residence hall, upgraded all athletic fields, and completely renovated the main classroom building and the student union. The school also changed its name to Bryant University in 2004 and school has become more selective than ever before in its history. The most recent historical event that took place at Bryant was on Thursday, February 28, 2008, when former U.S. President Bill Clinton campaigned at Bryant University in support of Hillary Clinton's bid for Democratic presidential nominee. This was the first time in the schools history that either a former U.S. President or Presidential Candidate came to Bryant University to give a speech. Also, in 2008 the 41st, and former, President of the United States George H. W. Bush gave the 2008 Commencement Address on May 17, 2008. Bush received an honorary degree from the University. Thus, within months of each other, Bryant had two of the only three former U.S Presidents still living, to come speak on campus.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Northeast
Setting:
Small Town Setting
Type:
Private
Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Bulldogs

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
3,386
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
99%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 30,189
Students Receiving Aid:
86%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 50
Selectivity:
Highly Selective
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Bryant University - Smithfield Degree Programs

Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs

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Bryant University - Smithfield Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 99%
Part-Time 1%
Men vs. Women
Men 59%
Women 41%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 86%
Other 4%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 3%
African-American 3%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
Out-of-State 92%
In-State 8%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Massachusetts 40%
Connecticut 19%
Rhode Island 8%
New York 8%
Maine 5%
Percent of Students International: 4%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 83%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Northeast 10 Conference)
Basketball (Northeast 10 Conference)
Baseball (Northeast 10 Conference)
Track (Northeast 10 Conference)

Bryant University - Smithfield Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 30,189    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 312    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 3,451 10%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 993 14%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 10,983 79%  
Student Loans:
 $ 7,986 74%  
Any Aid:
   86%  

Bryant University - Smithfield Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 53% (Highly Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 99%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 510, Math: 550
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 590, Math: 630

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 50.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

College Advice on Bryant University - Smithfield

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Question: How good a school is Bryant University?

I have been accepted and wonder how strong its business program is. How is it compared to Bentley? Thank you in advance
11 months ago
RoaringMice
Roari...

Best Answer

Bryant isn't bad at all, but it does get overshadowed by the other two pure business schools in the region - Bentley and Babson. I'd rank them as follows: Babson, Bentley, Bryant. I like this rankings table, of undergrad business schools. It may help you: http://bwnt.businessweek.com/interactive_reports/undergrad_bschool_2009/ Bryant has a good reputation.
Becca
Becca

Question: Anyone know anything about Bryant University?

I'm looking at colleges right now and I really like Bryant University, but I want some more information about it. Can anyone tell me anything?
13 months ago
CBO
CBO

Best Answer

It's a really great business school and the campus is AMAZING & BRAND NEW! its a good choice if you're looking at business its a private school but not very competitive
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Question: What colleges can Bryant University be compared to?

I got a letter from them andhad never heard of it. What other colleges is it similar to?
25 months ago
mikej2390
mikej...

Best Answer

really good business school in rhode island..not that easy to get into...you could compare it to northeastern i guess
lexi2232
lexi2232

Question: Would I fit in at Bryant University?

Ive heard that Bryant is a "preppy, wealthy, country club like" school. Im looking at Bryant but im very laid back, easy going, i like to get dressed up once and a while, but im usually a jeans and a t-shirt kinda girl. I like to party, maybe smoke a little weed. Is the majority of the student body really preppy and stuck up. Would i fit in. I live on Cape Cod so its not like i dont deal with preppy kids now. Most of my friends are preppy, but idk if i would fit in right.
29 months ago
Mhaerie
Mhaerie

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Go to these websites: www.petersons.com www.princetonreview.com ...to find out the statistical info regarding any schools you are interested in, and what students are saying about the academics, environment, and student body. You must use wisdom and strategy in appying to college. You need to look at *many* factors to ensure a "good fit", such as: Does it have the programs you are most interested in? Do you want to be in a big city or a more rural environment? Do you prefer a school with a very large population or a smaller, more personable school? How selective are the schools you are checking out? (how many students are applying vs. how many are accepted -- what is the minimum SAT score they will accept -- what is the minimal GPA they will accept, and what range are most of their students in) How expensive? What type of endowments are available? Scholarships? What percentage of students are getting scholarships? Is the school known for its academics or its party atmosphere? Is it a liberal or conservative environment? What do the students say they like/don't like about the school? But don't choose just one college, because if they don't accept you, *you're stuck*. One of my favorite features of the Princeton Review site is the "What Students Say About..." which offers actual student comments about the academics, environment, and the student body. Here's the info on BRYANT: What Bryant Students Say About... Student Body "Since it's a business school with all serious business students for the most part, it excludes a wide diversity of people and their quirks," Bryant students observe. "Every day, either you're dressing in a business suit or you're in your daily clothing (mainly Abercrombie & Fitch and North Face and other high-end brand names, such as Burberry, Gucci, Seven, etc)." In other words, "Idiosyncrasy is not encouraged; business etiquette and manners are a must at most times in this school." Most here are "preppy and financially stable. There are not many people who come from nonwealthy backgrounds." They can be cliquish; one student explains, "People rarely leave their own groups and the drama caused by much of it can get annoying by senior year." The school "has a sizeable population of international students, including students from China, India, Spain, South Africa, Turkey, and Italy. These students, many of whom belong to the Multicultural Student Union, are among the most active members of the Bryant community and take part in a number of events to educate Bryant students and faculty about different races and cultures." What Bryant Students Say About... Academics Bryant University offers some majors outside of business and management, but there's no doubt that these courses remain the school's bread and butter. Students report that "every class, including the liberal arts classes . . . will involve business in one way or another." Another trumpets, "All my sociology, psychology, even ecology classes somehow discussed the business world within them!" Technologically, the school goes all-out, with "an enormous amount of resources on campus, including a simulated trading floor of the NYSE. Also, the entire campus is now wireless, so students can connect to the Internet with their laptops anywhere." Studying in such technologically advanced facilities means that "students can relate classes to the real world. We really do live in a business environment." The school's "student-centered" approach distinguishes it as well; "Everything on campus is designed to help out the student body, from the student programming, to the facilities, to the faculty. It is a very nurturing environment," explains one undergrad. Students also appreciate the "strong alumni relations, which help with internships and job placement." Solid programs in accounting, finance, marketing, and management have earned Bryant "a strong academic reputation. The school challenges its students to think creatively, both alone and in group settings, to reach goals." What Bryant Students Say About... Campus Life Because many "Students at Bryant have—on top of a full course load—a job and/or internship, are members of a minimum of two organizations and/or sports, and hold some type of position of leadership," undergraduates "have little free time during the week." The campus is a very work-friendly environment, students tell us; "The abundance of technology on our campus-—television monitors in almost every corner that you look, Voice Over IP phones in the dorm rooms, wireless Internet connectivity all over campus—creates an environment where students can work hard, relax a little, and work some more." The "very clean and well-landscaped [campus] is basically in the middle of the woods," providing "peace to study," but with the benefit "of a great city not far away." While weekdays are devoted to work and clubs, "Thursday through Sunday there are parties or people going out to Providence who you can catch a ride with, with more studying on the weekends at intermittent times." Lexi, just remember, don't limit yourself. After you have done your research and you are ready to apply to college: Pick two schools that are very selective "long shots", two that are "maybe" schools, and two that are "sure things". Apply to all of them. Wait. After a few months, the acceptance letters will arrive, and you will be able to make a great choice! Hope all this info helps to get you exactly where you want to be, with no regrets. Best wishes!
mendocino 19
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Question: Is Bryant University in Rhode Island a good university?

36 months ago
Dkearns
Dkearns

Best Answer

It really depends on what your major is, if you want to study anything in the "Business Field" then its a really good school. It is rated as one of the most "wired" (lots of technology)campuses and most of the faculty have earned their P.h.d's. Bryant is competitive with Bentley and Babson and also offers many resources for seniors looking to find jobs. Over all Bryant is a very good school, the academics are challenging the people are nice, and most likely you will get a great education for your money...

Photos

  • The Bryant logo at the entrace to the University
    The Bryant logo at the entrace to the University [source]
  • View of the library (George E. Bello Center) and Archway gate
    View of the library (George E. Bello Center) and Archway gate [source]
  • View of the George E. Bello Center & Chace Wellness and Athletic Center
    View of the George E. Bello Center & Chace Wellness and Athletic Center [source]
  • ''foreground: Hassenfield Common, background: Bryant's Unistucture & Globe Dome
    ''foreground: Hassenfield Common, background: Bryant's Unistucture & Globe Dome [source]
  • Sellout crowd at #25 Bryant University vs. #2 Bentley College February 3, 2007 (2,770 in attendance).
    Sellout crowd at #25 Bryant University vs. #2 Bentley College February 3, 2007 (2,770 in attendance). [source]
  • Sellout crowd at #17 Bryant University vs. #15 West Chester University November 18, 2006 (5,434 in attendance).
    Sellout crowd at #17 Bryant University vs. #15 West Chester University November 18, 2006 (5,434 in attendance). [source]
  • Front of the Koffler Center
    Front of the Koffler Center [source]
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    Image:Bryant.gif [source]

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