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Experience JWU

At Johnson & Wales University, we believe that learning by doing is one of the most effective and high-impact ways to learn — which is why experiential learning has been woven into all aspects of our education, in and out of the classroom, for more than 100 years.

100% of students take part in internships and/or experiential education

94% of students felt internships strengthened overall career confidence

91% of employers rated JWU students as prepared for their specific industry

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John Billinis

“Being a JWU student gives you the opportunity to start your life and career in a new way. From required internships and study abroad opportunities to hybrid class schedules and no classes on Fridays, JWU helps you prepare for your life ahead.” 

-John Billinis ’26
Transfer Student


THE JOHNSON & WALES DIFFERENCE


LEARN ON-CAMPUS OR ONLINE

JWU students are able to take courses on-campus in either Providence or Charlotte, or through JWU Online, allowing them to pick a program that best fits their needs.


LEARN FROM EXPERIENCED FACULTY

As a JWU student, you’ll gain real-world experience from instructors with thousands of hours of industry experience who know your career aspirations and help you network for internships and jobs.


WE ACCEPT TRANSFER CREDIT

To help you save time and money toward your degree, our liberal transfer credit policies give you maximum credit for your previous college-level education, life experiences, and more. Our dedicated transfer representatives will guide you through the process. 

WILDCATS LEADING THE PACK

Our campuses have been recognized by noteworthy rankings some of which include prestigious U.S News & World Report rankings and the Wall Street Journal.

How JWU Ranks: Badges of Best Colleges 2025-2026 from U.S. News

 

Students celebrating Commencement in 2018

“While classroom learning equipped me with essential skills in hotel accounting and formulas, it was the university's emphasis on values, professionalism and strict policies that instilled discipline and steered me in the right direction. Today, as the CEO of my own luxury hospitality consulting firm, I owe a debt of gratitude to Johnson & Wales University for its pivotal role in my journey.”


- Jonathan Macioce ’08, chief executive officer at SKYBRIDGE Luxury & Associates

 

 

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Providence
Small State, Big Breaks. Providence, R.I., is one of the most vibrant college towns in the world. That's because it's more than a town – it's a city, offering all the benefits of a large urban area.
Charlotte
Rule the Queen City. Charlotte is no sleepy southern town, it's one of the fastest-growing business centers in the country.
Online
Professionally Focused. JWU's College of Professional Studies offers the same high-quality programs that have defined our more than 100 year history.