Accepted Students | Providence, RI - Johnson & Wales University

You’re going to fit right in!

Art. History. Architecture. A knockout food scene (thanks in large part to our alums). This highly walkable New England city, known as Rhode Island’s Creative Capital, is easy to love. Come find your place here as our newest Wildcat.

Providence City Guide

Orientation

At new student orientation, you’ll come to campus and get to know campus resources, learn about student clubs and meet other students. We also have virtual sessions to help answer your questions during the summer and prepare you for the start of the school year.

Registration for Summer 2027 opens this winter.

Your New Wildcat Home

Your quick guide to living, learning and playing at JWU Providence.

Students play catch with a football on a grassy area in front of McNulty Hall.

Living on Campus

With a range of living options, there’s space for you on campus to make your own. On JWU’s Downcity Campus, you can opt for pet-friendly housing in either McNulty Hall or Snowden Hall, or could opt for a single, double or triple residence at Xavier Hall. At the Harborside Campus, you can find pet-friendly housing at South Hall and Harbor View.

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Life at JWU

From exploring the city to getting involved in the campus’ 85+ student clubs and organizations to competing on one of JWU Providence’s 18 varsity sports teams, there’s no shortage of excitement and ways to make friends here.

Life at JWU Providence

Students smiling and talking together on the Providence River Pedestrian Bridge.

Four individuals walk across a street under a bright blue sky, passing a large colorful mural on a brick building.

A group of students at a pep rally, clapping and smiling.

Connect with Your Online Communities

Before you even arrive, you can get to know your new city, see the culture, meet classmates with similar interests and make friends you might have for life. Follow JWU social media accounts for news, updates and fun. And join your JWU campus community on JWULink and the ZeeMee app to meet people who share your same interests, questions, hopes and dreams.

class of 2030 Accepted Students Group

Providence Campus Resources for New Students

Here are just a few of our support services designed to help you thrive during your time at JWU. Get to know what’s here for you so you can take advantage of all the ways they can help.

Student Support Services

Access tutoring, writing laboratories and study skills workshops at our Academic Success Center.
Get tools to manage your emotional and physical well-being through Counseling, Health & Wellness services.
Find support, education and confidentiality around topics including sexual orientation, gender identity and violence prevention at JWU’s Bridge.
Obtain guidance for you and your family in financing your education from your personal financial planner.
Stay on track through academic planning, counselors and advisors in JWU’s Student Academic Services.
Request accommodations for learning disabilities, physical challenges or chronic medical conditions from Accessibility Services.