Overview
Student Population
| 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 |
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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 4,753 prospective students applied, and 3,726 were granted admission. Of those admitted 953 enrolled in the school. 5,364 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,402 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $8,218 plus fees of $1,360. RIC is ranked 823 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
RIC is rated within the lower 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Rhode Island College within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#823 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#303 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Rhode Island
#2 in Best Public Colleges in Rhode Island
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Value Colleges in Rhode Island
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 880/1080 |
| ACT | 16/19 |
| GPA | 3.08 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Mar 15, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Rhode Island Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,360 |
| Room and Board | $12,394 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,440 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,612 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,360 |
| Room and Board | $12,394 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,440 |
| Total One Year Cost | $38,077 |
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% |
Other Colleges to Consider
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.