Rhode Island College
Providence, Rhode Island · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗
Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →
Rhode Island College is a public four-year university located in Providence, Rhode Island. With 4,785 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 81%, the institution is considered accessible. In-state tuition is $9,481 per year ($25,014 out-of-state), near the national average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 46%, which is average compared to the national average of 63%.
The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.
- ✓Open admissions policy (81% acceptance rate) — accessible to a wide range of students
- ✓Publicly funded institution — tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
- ·Graduation rate of 46% is below the national average — research completion support services
- ·Room and board costs ($14,919/yr) add significantly to the total cost of attendance
This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, and in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.
All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.
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