Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences
University of Rhode Island is a public institution in Kingston with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1176, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 13.8K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
71% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $69,743 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,899.
Established
1892
Motto
"Hope"
Mascot
Rhody the Ram
Type
Public land-grant research university
Conference
Atlantic 10 Conference and the Coastal Athletic Association
Division
Division I
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77%Acceptance
1176SAT Avg
13,822Students
17:1Student:Faculty
71%Grad Rate
$69,743Earnings 10yr
$19,899Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate77.1%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1176
Reading & WritingMid: 600
520650
MathMid: 590
510620
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 28
2631
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$16,408
Tuition (out-of-state)$35,804
Room & Board$14,900
Books & Supplies$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance$32,584
Average Net Price$19,899
Median Debt at Graduation$22,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$236
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$12,930
$30–48K$12,326
$48–75K$16,578
$75–110K$22,524
$110K+$27,213
Programs (192)
Student Body
Undergrads
13,822
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
26%
Pell Grant Recipients
21%
Race & Ethnicity
White 74%
Black 5%
Hispanic 11%
Asian 3%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate71.0%
Freshman Retention84.1%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$57,446
8 Years$65,323
10 Years$69,743
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$53,300
Men
$65,100
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Source: Wikipedia