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Best Education Colleges in Rhode Island

9 accredited institutions in Rhode Island offering education programs, ranked by annual graduates (IPEDS 2023–24).

9

Colleges

1,632

Graduates/yr

3

Public

Bachelor's

Top Degree

Ranked: Education Programs in Rhode Island

PublicBachelor's

University of Rhode Island

In-State Tuition

Rhode Island College

In-State Tuition

Private NonprofitMaster's

Providence College

Net Price <$30K

Private NonprofitBachelor's

Roger Williams University

Net Price <$30K

Private NonprofitBachelor's

Salve Regina University

Net Price <$30K

Private NonprofitMaster's

Brown University

Net Price <$30K

PublicAssociate's

Community College of Rhode Island

In-State Tuition

Private NonprofitMaster's

Johnson & Wales University-Providence

Net Price <$30K

Private NonprofitMaster's

Rhode Island School of Design

Net Price <$30K

Studying Education in Rhode Island

Rhode Island has 9 accredited colleges offering education programs, producing 1,632 graduates annually. Of these, 3 are public institutions with subsidized in-state tuition for Rhode Island residents.

When evaluating programs, consider accreditation, internship placement rates, and faculty expertise. Always file the FAFSA — the net price after grants can be dramatically lower than sticker tuition, especially at public institutions.

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Data source: Graduate counts from IPEDS 2023–24 C2023_A Completions survey (NCES). Tuition, acceptance rate, and graduation rate from IPEDS HD2023, ADM2023, DRVGR2023.