University of Rhode Island
About University of Rhode Island
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
URI is a public research university in Kingston, Rhode Island. It is the state's flagship university and offers strong programs in pharmacy, ocean engineering, nursing, and marine sciences near Narragansett Bay.
Founded
1892
Location
Kingston, Rhode Island
Students
16,215
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
72.2%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
73.3%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$16,942
Out-of-state: $37,146
Avg Net Price
$21,440
After financial aid
SAT Average
1160
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$69,743
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
72.2 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$65
Early
Dec 1
Regular
Feb 1
University of Rhode Island accepts 72.2% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1160/ 1600
ACT Scores
28/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
73.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
83.6%
4-Year Grad
53%
6-Year Grad
69%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
69.4%
$/Student
$10.6K
Class Size
Medium
While 53% finish in 4 years, 83.6% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$16,942
In-State
$37,146
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,607
Books & Supplies
$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance
$34,321
After Financial Aid
$21,440
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,368
Receive Grants
21.8%
Take Loans
49.2%
The full cost of attendance is about $34,321/yr for in-state students, including $15,607 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $21,440. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $37,146.
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 University of Rhode Island fund their education.
While in School
21.8%
Get Grants
Free money
49.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$80,297
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$22,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$236/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $22,250 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Rhode Island.
Gender
58.2%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
13,381
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,834
Graduates
26.3%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
3.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 26.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
13,381
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Rhode Island fields 12 varsity teams with 609 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Atlantic 10
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
609
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
46% / 54%
278
Men
331
Women
6
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Rhode Islandearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$69,743
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$82K
292 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$37K
241 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$37K
200 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$46K
173 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$55K
164 grads
1yr Earnings
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
$42K
144 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $57K at six years, $51K at eight, and $70K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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