Admitted Students

Welcome to Brown, and congratulations on your acceptance to the Graduate School! 

Please take a moment to look through our Guide to Brown for important dates and contacts; and learn more about governance, campus resources and services, life at Brown and living in the Providence area.

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Admitted students should consider visiting the campus and the Providence area before beginning their courses of study. The Graduate School recommends that students contact their departments in advance of their visits in order to schedule meetings with faculty or students during the visit. The University website is a good resource for information about visiting the campus, with directions and tips on transportation, hotels and other lodging options in the area. Start here for information about where to stay.

New international students should contact the Office of International Student and Scholar Services for specific information about coming to Brown from another country.

International students interested in socializing with an American host family can join the Friendship Program, sponsored by the International House of Rhode Island. Visit the International House's website for more details and an application. 

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