Next Steps for Mid-Year Arrivals
Find important dates, as well as information to set you up for success for your time at RISD as a student beginning your studies in Spring 2027.
2026–2027 Dates and deadlines
NOV 10, 2026
Pre-arrival emails begin
Check your RISD email for pre-arrival messages. If you have any questions or concerns contact welcome@risd.edu for assistance.
NOV 16, 2026
Housing accommodation requests due (optional)
If you are a student in need of a housing accommodation, visit Residence Life for deadlines and more information related to the Housing Accommodation Request.
NOV 30, 2026
Housing application deadline
The housing portal is your one stop location for accessing a wide variety of forms, applications and information related to housing and dining at RISD. This is where you will create your housing profile, let us know your residence hall preference and create a resident profile to help match you with potential roommates.
Learn more about Residence Life to find answers to your questions about applying for housing, selecting your room, general residence policies and more, as well as how to use our online housing portal.
DEC 1, 2026
RISD ID photos due
Complete in the incoming student portal.
DEC 2, 2026
Housing selection timeslots assigned
Learn more about Residence Life to find answers to your questions about applying for housing, selecting your room, general residence policies and more, as well as how to use our online housing portal.
DEC 4, 2026
Housing selection day
Learn more about Residence Life to find answers to your questions about applying for housing, selecting your room, general residence policies and more, as well as how to use our online housing portal.
JAN 6, 2027
Deadline to complete online orientation
Use your RISD credentials to sign into RISD Blueprint to complete your online orientation.
JAN 15, 2027
Tuition due
Complete in the incoming student portal.
JAN 15, 2027
Financial aid acceptance due
Review your financial aid package and accept or decline in Workday.
OPTIONAL
Submit health insurance waiver
Visit University Health Plans to review your coverage plan or to opt-out of health insurance.
Find your community
At RISD we offer many opportunities for you to meet other students and get involved on campus. Whether you want to join a club or athletic team, or connect with others through a shared experience or interest, we have options for everyone.
