Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Providence, Rhode Island |
| Online | ric.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Providence, Rhode Island, Rhode Island College is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 3,592 prospective students applied, and 3,047 were granted admission. Of those admitted 609 enrolled in the school. 4,316 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,015 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $9,277 plus fees of $1,425. RIC is ranked 612 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
RIC is rated within the lower 47% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Rhode Island College within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#612 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#209 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Colleges in Rhode Island
#2 in Best Public Colleges in Rhode Island
#8 in Best Value Colleges in Rhode Island
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 870/1100 |
| ACT | 18/25 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.08 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Mar 15, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Rhode Island Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,425 |
| Room and Board | $13,162 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,264 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,425 |
| Room and Board | $13,162 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $42,462 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 21% |
| Business | 17% |
| Psychology | 12% |
| Health Professions | 11% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=217420 IPEDS survey data for Rhode Island College.
Current students may use the Rhode Island College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.