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Official website
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Johnson and Wales University
Johnson & Wales University (JWU) is a private, nonprofit university founded in 1914 in Providence, Rhode Island. It is best known for its strong programs in culinary arts, hospitality management, business, technology, and health & wellness. The university operates multiple campuses, including its main urban campus in Providence, Rhode Island, as well as campuses in Charlotte, North Carolina; Denver, Colorado; and Miami, Florida. JWU offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs with a career-focused, experiential learning approach that emphasizes hands-on training and industry connections.
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- Tuition (International): $35,000
- Living Costs (estimated): $18,000
- Application Fee (typical): $75
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, multiple campuses in Providence, RI; Charlotte, NC; Denver, CO; and Miami, FL
SportyAcademicResidentialMid-Size Community
1/10
Diversity
1/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
87% placement rate
Top Recruiters
AmazonGoogleMicrosoftDeloitteJPMorgan
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Student Life
7,000 students (100 international)
Campus: Urban, multiple campuses in Providence, RI; Charlotte, NC; Denver, CO; and Miami, FL
Location: Providence, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
LibraryCulinary Arts LabsHospitality Training FacilitiesStudent HousingDining FacilitiesFitness CenterStudent CenterAcademic Buildings
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 87%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 87%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school