今天学习的时候发现一个巨好但是巨难的项目：Brown+RISD=BRDD,难度大过 T5

研究大学很有意思，很多是以前前所未闻的，长见识了！

 

### 项目简介
布朗大学（Brown University）和罗德岛设计学院（Rhode Island School of Design，RISD）合办的Brown|RISD Dual Degree Program（简称BRDD）是一个为期五年的双学位本科项目，允许学生同时获得布朗的文学学士（A.B.）或理学学士（Sc.B.）学位，以及RISD的艺术学士（B.F.A.）或建筑学士（B.Arch.）学位。该项目强调文理教育与艺术设计的跨学科融合，学生需在两个相邻校园间分配时间，通常第一年主要在RISD，其后灵活安排课程，但必须在五年内完成两校的学位要求，包括在布朗至少修读60个学分。该项目适合对学术和艺术均有浓厚兴趣的学生，培养创新思维和跨界能力，如将科学、技术与设计相结合。文学城子女论坛用户称其为“顶尖program”，录取难度极高，可与哥伦比亚-茱莉亚联合项目相媲美，但RISD单校录取率较高（约27%），而BRDD更具挑战性。 Reddit用户分享，该项目工作量大（“workload super heavy”），部分学生考虑退出，但也有人视其为“dream program”，强调其独特价值。

### 招生要求
申请者需分别通过Common Application向布朗和RISD提交独立申请，并在两校均被录取后，才有资格进入BRDD最终评审。关键要求包括：高中学术成绩优异（GPA 4.0+，严苛课程如AP/IB），标准化考试（SAT/ACT可选，但录取生平均SAT 1500+）；RISD需提交高质量艺术作品集（portfolio，12-20件作品，展示创意、多样性和技能，包括直接观察作品）；BRDD专属补充文书（650字），解释选择双学位的动机、如何整合两校资源，以及未来规划；推荐信、面试和课外活动证明跨学科兴趣、领导力和创新。不能同时申请布朗的PLME（医科项目）。文学城论坛用户强调“难度非常大”，需同时被两校独立录取。 Reddit讨论指出，录取率约1-2%，申请不影响单校录取，但需展示艺术天赋和学术深度；部分用户建议避免申请以防分散精力。 College Confidential无直接相关帖子，但类似论坛经验显示，portfolio是关键，常需专业指导。

### 每年招生人数
项目每年录取人数有限，通常15-20人。申请者约500-700人，仅两校双录取者（约55人）进入最终选拔，录取率约2%。文学城论坛提到从双录取生中挑选15人。 Reddit帖子确认每年约20人，2021年数据：696申请，19录取（~2.7%）。

### 高中四年如何准备
为提升录取机会，高中生需平衡学术和艺术发展，展示真实跨学科热情。论坛建议从高一构建portfolio，参加夏校和竞赛，避免“水分”（如代笔作品）。以下分年级建议，基于Reddit和文学城经验（如“有点难度”，需早准备）：

总体，论坛共识：项目极具竞争力（“1% acceptance”），需天赋+努力；若不确定，可考虑单校+跨注册课程。 财务援助慷慨，覆盖双校费用。

 

### Program Overview
The Brown|RISD Dual Degree Program (abbreviated as BRDD), jointly offered by Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), is a five-year dual-degree undergraduate program that allows students to earn both a Bachelor of Arts (A.B.) or Bachelor of Science (Sc.B.) from Brown and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) or Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) from RISD. The program emphasizes the interdisciplinary integration of liberal arts education and art/design, requiring students to divide their time between the two adjacent campuses. Typically, the first year is primarily spent at RISD, followed by flexible course scheduling, but all degree requirements from both schools must be completed within five years, including at least 60 credits at Brown. This program is ideal for students with strong interests in both academics and the arts, fostering innovative thinking and interdisciplinary skills, such as combining science, technology, and design. Users on the Wenxuecity Children's Education Forum describe it as a "top-tier program" with extremely high admission difficulty, comparable to the Columbia-Juilliard joint program, though RISD's single-school acceptance rate is relatively high (about 27%), making BRDD more challenging. Reddit users share that the program's workload is intense ("workload super heavy"), with some students considering withdrawal, but others view it as a "dream program," highlighting its unique value.

### Admission Requirements
Applicants must submit separate applications to Brown and RISD via the Common Application and will only be eligible for the final BRDD review if admitted to both schools independently. Key requirements include: outstanding high school academic performance (GPA 4.0+, rigorous courses like AP/IB), standardized tests (SAT/ACT optional, but admitted students average SAT 1500+); a high-quality art portfolio for RISD (12-20 pieces showcasing creativity, diversity, and skills, including direct observation works); a BRDD-specific supplemental essay (650 words) explaining the motivation for pursuing the dual degree, how to integrate resources from both schools, and future plans; letters of recommendation, interviews, and extracurricular activities demonstrating interdisciplinary interests, leadership, and innovation. Applicants cannot apply to Brown's PLME (medical program) simultaneously. Wenxuecity forum users emphasize that the difficulty is "extremely high," requiring independent admission to both schools. Reddit discussions note an acceptance rate of about 1-2%, that applying does not affect single-school admissions, but requires demonstrating artistic talent and academic depth; some users suggest avoiding the application to prevent spreading efforts too thin. College Confidential has no direct related posts, but similar forum experiences indicate that the portfolio is crucial and often requires professional guidance.

### Annual Enrollment Numbers
The program admits a limited number each year, typically 15-20 students. There are about 500-700 applicants, but only those admitted to both schools (around 55) advance to the final selection, with an acceptance rate of about 2%. The Wenxuecity forum mentions selecting 15 from the dual-admit pool. Reddit posts confirm about 20 per year, with 2021 data: 696 applicants, 19 admitted (~2.7%).

### How to Prepare Over Four Years of High School
To improve admission chances, high school students need to balance academic and artistic development while demonstrating genuine interdisciplinary passion. Forums suggest starting portfolio building in freshman year, participating in summer programs and competitions, and avoiding "filler" (such as ghostwritten works). The following are grade-level recommendations, based on Reddit and Wenxuecity experiences (e.g., "somewhat difficult," requiring early preparation):

| Grade | Key Preparation Focus |
|-------|-----------------------|
| 9th Grade (Freshman) | Build academic foundation (advanced math/science/art history courses), begin artistic practice (drawing/design classes, join clubs), and accumulate initial works. Explore interests (e.g., RISD Pre-College online courses). Reddit users suggest identifying interests early to avoid late switches. |
| 10th Grade (Sophomore) | Enroll in AP/IB courses (art studio/physics/biology), strengthen portfolio (participate in exhibitions/competitions), and prepare for PSAT. Research BRDD and visit campuses or virtual events. Wenxuecity users emphasize the need to be "multitalented." |
| 11th Grade (Junior) | Maintain high GPA, refine portfolio (diverse innovative works), draft essays, and pursue internships (e.g., design studios/museums). Attend RISD/Brown summer programs, aiming for high SAT scores. Reddit posts recommend showcasing "interdisciplinary" projects, like art + STEM. |
| 12th Grade (Senior) | Submit dual-school applications (January deadline), refine essays/recommendations, and prepare for interviews. Continue leading extracurriculars (e.g., organizing art exhibits). Forums warn of the heavy workload and advise assessing suitability. |

Overall, forum consensus: The program is highly competitive ("1% acceptance"), requiring talent + effort; if unsure, consider single-school enrollment + cross-registration courses. Financial aid is generous, covering costs for both schools.