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Roger Williams University
Roger Williams University
BRISTOL, RI . 4 Year 3.6
#2010 in Best Colleges in America
ONE OLD FERRY RD BRISTOL, RI 02809

Overview

Roger Williams University, established in 1956 in Bristol, Rhode Island, is a private liberal arts institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs. Known for fields like law, architecture, marine biology, and business, it combines academic rigor with practical experience. Nestled on a coastal campus, the university emphasizes community engagement, social justice, and a supportive environment for personal and professional growth.

Rankings

  • 20

    #20 in Best College Food in America

  • 2010

    #2010 in Best Colleges in America

  • 79

    #79 in Best Colleges for Architecture in America

  • Best College Food in America 20 of 1,361
  • Best Colleges for Architecture in America 79 of 161
  • Best College Campuses in America 91 of 1,387

Academics

  • C+Academics
  • B Value
  • BDiversity
  • ACampus
  • C+Athletics
  • B Party Scene
  • C+Professors
  • ALocation
  • BDorms
  • A+Campus Food
  • B+Student Life
  • A Safety

Majors

  • Marketing
    83 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
    77 Graduates
  • Architecture
    67 Graduates
  • Paralegal
    67 Graduates
  • Psychology
    62 Graduates
  • Financial Planning
    60 Graduates
  • Business
    48 Graduates
  • Construction Management
    44 Graduates
  • Elementary Education
    43 Graduates
  • Marine Biology and Oceanography
    35 Graduates

Admissions

  • February 1
    Application Deadline
  • 91%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    2
  • Online Associates Programs
    2
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    4

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $20,225
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    70%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    95%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    3,765 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    442
  • Undergrads Over 25
    9%
  • Pell Grant
    21%
  • Varsity Athletes
    14%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    13:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    Commonwealth Coast Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (without football)

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