2026–27 Providence Student Handbook

This student handbook is an official publication of Johnson & Wales University. As a student of the university, I agree to/understand all of the following: I agree to read, become familiar with, and abide by this student handbook and all other handbooks, catalogs, codes of conduct, manuals, policies, procedures, regulations, rules, and any other publications applicable to students (collectively, “Publications”). I understand the university may, at any time and without prior notice, add to, amend, change, modify, revise, or supersede any of its catalogs, codes of conduct, handbooks, manuals, policies, procedures, regulations, rules, and any other publications (including, without limitation, marketing or promotional publications), and I understand the university may, at any time and without prior notice, add, cancel, change, modify, postpone, revise, supersede, or withdraw any policies, provisions, requirements, or rules in any Publications and may also at any time and without prior notice, add, cancel, change, modify, postpone, revise, supersede, or withdraw any classes, courses, activities, events, internships, laboratories, and programs (of study or otherwise); without limiting the generality of the foregoing, this includes, but is no way limited to, transitioning from in-person to remote classes, courses, activities, events, internships, laboratories, and programs (of study or otherwise). Occasionally, program policies, provisions, requirements and rules will vary by the publication date of the student handbook. Provisions, requirements and rules stated in the edition published closest to the September enrollment date will take precedence. The university will not refund any amounts paid (whether for tuition, fees or otherwise) except in accordance with its published policy governing refunds.

Students should read and fully understand the policies, procedures, provisions and requirements described in this student handbook and all other Publications. The student handbook contains important information regarding academic performance and personal conduct of students as well as university grievance procedures. It also outlines the conditions under which students may be placed on probation or suspension from the university or may be expelled (among other disciplinary measures). 

Program-specific handbooks also exist for students enrolled in the following programs:

Students enrolled in these programs must also review and comply with program specific policies and requirements. If you are a student in one of the above referenced programs, and do not have a copy of your program handbook, please contact your program director.

The Providence Campus also has a Catalog which students are expected to review carefully.