Community College of Rhode Island
About Community College of Rhode Island
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
The Community College of Rhode Island is the only community college in the state and the largest in New England, teaching from four campuses. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and nursing, business and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1964
Location
Warwick, Rhode Island
Students
11,171
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
26.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,550
Out-of-state: $14,834
Avg Net Price
$6,513
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,659
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
26.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
59.3%
Transfer Out
11%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$9.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 26.2% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,550
In-State
$14,834
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,725
After Financial Aid
$6,513
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,213
Receive Grants
46.7%
Take Loans
11.4%
Tuition is $5,550/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,513.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Community College of Rhode Island fund their education.
While in School
46.7%
Get Grants
Free money
11.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,267
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,920
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$116/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,920, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Community College of Rhode Island.
Gender
64%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
11,171
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
53.5%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
32.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 53.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 9.2% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
11,171
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Community College of Rhode Island fields 5 varsity teams with 106 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
106
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
50% / 50%
53
Men
53
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Community College of Rhode Islandearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,659
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
970 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
244 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
102 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$58K
45 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$30K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$37K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $33K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.