Brown University
Private Research University · Located in Providence, RI · VetLink Partner since 2020
Admissions Numbers
44 VetLink applicants matriculated
Tests required for first year applicants
Test-optional policy for standardized test scores (SAT or ACT) via Brown's Veterans Application
~20% veterans applied first year*
~80% veterans applied as transfer*
3.63 Average GPA of VetLink applicants*
(*applicant reported)
How to Apply
Apply via Brown Veterans Application, veteran-friendly application that allows applicants to highlight their military experience
Official transcripts (high school & college)
Letters of recommendation (2)
Application fee waived for veterans
Standardized test scores (Optional)
Video introduction (Optional)
Joint Services Transcript and/or S2S VetLink Addendum (Optional)
Resume (Optional)
Application Deadlines
Early Decision Application Deadline: November 1
Regular Decision Application Deadline: January 5
Transfer Application Fall Entry Deadline: March 1
Transfer Application Spring Entry Deadline: October 1
Veteran Application Deadline: March 1
Financial Aid & Scholarships
$78,520 Cost of attendance for full time Undergraduate programs
All prospective students who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces are considered on a need-blind basis
Unlimited number of students supported by matching by Yellow Ribbon Program up to $26,381 annually towards the cost of mandatory tuition and fees
100% Financial need met without student loans
50% of incoming students receiving need-based financial aid from the College
$56,973 Average aid award (campus job and scholarship combined)
Veterans Campus Life
Office of Military-Affiliated Student - connects veteran students to campus & community resources plus offers programming to assist with transition to Brown
Brown University Student Veterans Society - helps foster a community of support & awareness for student veterans & students interested in military service
500+ student organizations
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