Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Kingston, Rhode Island |
| Online | uri.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 Kingston, Rhode Island, University of Rhode Island is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 25,105 prospective students applied, and 19,196 were granted admission. Of those admitted 3,340 enrolled in the school. 14,529 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,982 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $13,250 plus fees of $2,082. URI is ranked 321 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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URI is rated within the top 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for University of Rhode Island within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#321 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#96 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Rhode Island
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Rhode Island
#287 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in Rhode Island
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1090/1290 |
| ACT | 25/30 |
| GPA | 3.58 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Rhode Island Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $2,082 |
| Room and Board | $13,618 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,496 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,696 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $2,082 |
| Room and Board | $13,618 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,496 |
| Total One Year Cost | $50,718 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 14% |
| Communication | 10% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Engineering | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=217484 IPEDS survey data for University of Rhode Island.
Current students may use the University of Rhode Island GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.