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Best Liberal Arts Colleges in Rhode Island

7 accredited institutions in Rhode Island offering liberal arts programs, ranked by annual graduates (IPEDS 2023–24).

7

Colleges

2,985

Graduates/yr

3

Public

Associate's

Top Degree

Ranked: Liberal Arts Programs in Rhode Island

PublicAssociate's

Community College of Rhode Island

In-State Tuition

Private NonprofitBachelor's

Providence College

Net Price <$30K

PublicBachelor's

Rhode Island College

In-State Tuition

Private NonprofitBachelor's

Salve Regina University

Net Price <$30K

Private NonprofitAssociate's

Roger Williams University

Net Price <$30K

PublicBachelor's

University of Rhode Island

In-State Tuition

Private NonprofitBachelor's

Johnson & Wales University-Providence

Net Price <$30K

Studying Liberal Arts in Rhode Island

Rhode Island has 7 accredited colleges offering liberal arts programs, producing 2,985 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.