University of Rhode Island

Public
Kingston, RI
Suburb

Estimated Net Cost

(per year)
$21k

Estimated Post Grad Salary

(per year)
$58k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Excellent
The University of Rhode Island is a public university located in Kingston, Rhode Island, founded in 1892. Known for its strong programs in oceanography and marine sciences, it has a regional reputation for its research and education in coastal and environmental studies. The university's mascot is Rhody the Ram, embodying the school spirit and pride.

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      Tuition and Costs

      Most Recent Tuition Costs

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      Yearly4 years
      Tuition and Fees
      $16,408$65,632
      Room and Board
      $14,900$59,600
      Books and Supplies
      $1,250$5,000
      Other expenses
      $2,436$18,328
      Sticker Price$34,994$148,560

      Historical Tuition Costs

      Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $512 per year over the next three years, reaching $17,145 in 2024, and $17,656 in 2025, and $18,168 in 2026.

      Return On Education

      Investing in higher education is a pivotal step towards future prosperity. It's essential to weigh the upfront costs against the potential for increased lifetime earnings and career opportunities. Our ROEdu score aims to help you understand tuition, living expenses, and financial aid, alongside the long-term benefits of earning a degree. By making informed decisions about where and what you study, you can maximize the return on your educational investment, turning the cost of your degree into a foundation for future success and financial security.

      RoEDU
      930
      University of Rhode Island stands in the premier league, positioned within the top institutions for return on education, delivering unparalleled value and setting its graduates on a path to remarkable success.

      Admissions

      University of Rhode Island admissions is somewhat selective with an acceptance rate of 76%. Typically, admitted students score between 1050-1270 on the SAT or 25-30 on the ACT. The application deadline can be found the the institutions website.

      76%Admission Rate
      71%Graduation Rate

      Admissions Requirements

      SAT Range
      1050 - 1270
      ACT Range25 - 30
      High School GPA

      N/A

      Key dates

      Application DeadlineSee college website
      Early Decision DateSee college website
      Early Action DateSee college website

      Majors & Degrees

      Sciences
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      ZoologyN/A$0k
      NeurobiologyN/A$0k
      Biological & Physical SciencesN/A$0k
      EconomicsN/A$0k
      GeologyN/A$0k
      PsychologyN/A$0k
      History
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Political ScienceN/A$0k
      Education
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Special EducationN/A$0k
      TeachingN/A$0k
      Physical EducationN/A$0k
      Health
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      NutritionN/A$0k
      Adminstrative ServicesN/A$0k
      Mathematics
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      StatisticsN/A$0k
      Business
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      FinanceN/A$0k
      Human Resource ManagementN/A$0k

      Student Life

      Key information regarding University of Rhode Island's total enrollment and faculty.

      Student Breakdown

      Total Enrollment3,289
      Full-time Students3,264
      Part-time Students25

      Faculty

      Faculty-Student Ratio:17:1
      Full-Time FacultyN/A
      Part-Time FacultyN/A

      Reviews and Ratings

      For complete transparency we combine scores from across the web to give you a true picture of what students think about University of Rhode Island. Additionally, we have our own score which can be used alongside these external sources.

      No reviews available.

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