On November 7, from 12:30–4 pm, come see all that Rhode Island College has to offer. Discover how we prepare students for success through in-demand academic programs, hands-on learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Tour our beautiful campus and connect with the faculty, staff and students who make RIC a welcoming community.
At RIC, we are committed to creating pathways that help motivated first-generation students gain admission, build confidence, and succeed. Our first-generation student programs provide the support and resources you need to join our community, excel and feel connected from your very first day on campus.
Hear from ten of our inspiring students and discover the passion, resilience, and drive that define our community. Get to know RIC through the voices and experiences of our students in this episode of The College Tour on Amazon Prime.
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The Preparatory Enrollment Program is a bridge program for Rhode Island first-generation high school students – supporting their admission to RIC and their development as a RIC student. First-generation high school seniors can apply to the program via RIC's Common App, by February 1 of their senior year.
Project ExCEL is an academic initiative at RIC to expand college access for talented bilingual students. In close partnership with high school counselors, Project ExCEL enrolls bilingual students with established academic success, and provides them with the support needed to pursue and achieve a RIC degree.
Our program aims to provide transformative educational opportunities for Foster Care youth by providing a pathway to admission, academic and personal success, and degree completion at Rhode Island College.
Our Pathways Program helps you apply to and complete your Social Services - Social Work Associates Degree at CCRI and transfer to RIC to complete a Social Work undergraduate and graduate degree (BSW and MSW).
We provide prospective students with information and assistance on the application process, scholarships, financial aid, transfer credits, and more.