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| Location | Newport, Rhode Island |
| Online | salve.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Salve Regina University occupies a historic 80-acre campus along Newport's Cliff Walk, featuring a collection of Gilded Age mansions converted into academic and residential buildings, including the flagship Ochre Court, a French Gothic mansion that serves as the university's administrative center. Located in the coastal city of Newport, Rhode Island, approximately 75 miles from Boston, the private Catholic institution was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1934 and gained university status in 1991. The university maintains a liberal arts core curriculum while offering notable programs in nursing, criminal justice, and international relations, with a selective admissions process for its undergraduate programs. Traditional undergraduate students are required to live on campus for their first three years, residing in a mix of historic mansions and contemporary residence halls, while the university competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Seahawks.
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Salve Regina University is rated within the top 36% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Salve Regina University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#304 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#220 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Rhode Island
#5 in Best Private Colleges in Rhode Island
#507 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Value Colleges in Rhode Island
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1160/1295 |
| ACT | 26/30 |
| GPA | 3.52 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $750 |
| Room and Board | $17,500 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,886 |
| Total One Year Cost | $70,916 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 23% |
| Education | 18% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025