Brown University
Brown University is the Ivy League's home for the Open Curriculum, letting students design a highly flexible course of study across a historic College Hill campus in Providence, Rhode Island, backed by need-blind admission and full need-based aid for international students.
#79
QS World Rank 2025
~$71,700/yr
Undergraduate Tuition
100% Need Met
International Financial Aid
Providence, RI
Campus Location
Why Brown
Why Indian students choose Brown
The Open Curriculum
No core requirements or distribution mandates — students design their own path across concentrations, with the option for double concentrations.
Need-Blind for International Students
Brown is one of the few US universities that is need-blind in admission for international applicants and meets 100% of demonstrated need.
Ivy League Prestige & Network
Ivy League membership brings a powerful global alumni network across finance, law, medicine, and the arts.
Sidney E. Frank Scholarship
A full-tuition-and-expenses scholarship program available to select high-need international and domestic students.
Strong Liberal Arts + Engineering Mix
Brown pairs a top liberal arts program with a growing engineering school and Warren Alpert Medical School.
Historic College Hill Campus
A walkable, historic campus in Providence with easy access to Boston and New York.
Popular Programs
Top courses for Indian students
ScM Data Science
Data Science Institute
Master of Public Affairs
Watson Institute
AB Computer Science
Department of Computer Science
AB Economics
Department of Economics
Investment
Fees at a glance
Indicative annual tuition fees for the 2027 intake.
| Program | Annual Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ScM Data Science | ~$68,000 | 1.5-2 years |
| Master of Public Affairs | ~$65,000 | 2 years |
| General Graduate Programs | Comparable per-program structure | 1.5-2 years |
Fees are indicative for the 2027 intake and vary by program and specialisation. Confirm exact figures with your BNPS counsellor or the official university fee calculator.
Before You Apply
What you'll need
Every program has specific requirements, but most applications from India follow this checklist. Your BNPS counsellor will confirm exactly what applies to your chosen course.
Academic transcripts from your qualifying degree (minimum GPA varies by program)
TOEFL 90+ / IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent English proficiency score
SAT/ACT for undergraduate, GRE/GMAT for select graduate programs
Statement of Purpose and letters of recommendation
Proof of funds (I-20 / financial affidavit) for your F-1 visa application
Funding Your Degree
Scholarships worth knowing about
International Student Financial Aid
100% of demonstrated need met, need-blind admission
Sidney E. Frank Scholarship
Full tuition & related expenses (select countries)
Presidential Scholars Program
Full-tuition scholarship for top incoming first-years
Ready to Begin?
Your seat at Brownstarts with one conversation.
BNPS international has guided students to Brownfor years — from shortlisting the right program to visa approval. Let's talk about your profile.
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