Admissions & Financial Aid
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  - Undergraduate Admissions Rhode Island College offers the most affordable high-quality four-year degree in the region. Get started now on your journey to success.
  - Graduate Admissions Rhode Island College ranks number one among public master’s universities in New England according to Washington Monthly. The fastest and most affordable path to your advanced degree begins here.
  - Professional Studies & Continuing Education Registration Whether you’re trying to advance your career through professional development or jumpstart your education through workforce development or cultural programs, RIC offers a range of flexible non-degree and certificate programs to meet your needs. Get started now.
Academics
- - Academics
  - Undergraduate Programs The path to career advancement begins at Rhode Island College. Find your start at Rhode Island College by viewing the list of our degrees and programs.
  - Graduate Programs Even now in these uncertain times, we must BE BOLD. There is no better time to advance your career with a graduate degree from Rhode Island College.
  - Professional Studies & Continuing Education Programs RIC supports a variety of professional development, workforce development, continuing education, adult education and community programs and initiatives that serve the interests and needs of working professionals, adult students, community members and those seeking to attain training and skills to enter or reenter the workforce.
Student Experience
- - Student Experience
Meet Rhode Island College
- - Meet Rhode Island College

Undergraduate Admissions

Admissions & Financial Aid
Undergraduate Admissions

Rhode Island College - the Best Value in Education.

The Rhode Island College Advantage

1600+

Student internships, research and study abroad opportunities.

70+

Student Clubs and Organizations

41%

of our student population are students of color.

Meet Our Students

RIC student Sabrina Brum — Sabrina Brum, B.A. Spanish, minor in Portuguese - “I think about all the opportunities I’ve had while I’ve been at Rhode Island College that I would never have received had I not enrolled here.”

RIC student Justin Campbell — Justin Campbell, B.A. Communication, Men’s Basketball, MVP - “I had a very successful four years here. I was captain my junior and senior years. I got multiple MVP recognitions."

RIC student Joelle Reyes — Joelle Reyes, B.S. Community Health and Wellness - “One great thing that RIC taught me is that I love school and learning! It has to do with having awesome professors and learning about a subject that I really care about."

RIC student Jared Podmanska — Jared Podmaska, B.S.N. - “I knew I was going to RIC. My brother had been here, and my mom. It just made sense to go here – RIC has a lot of good programs.”

RIC student Laurent DelBrocco — Lauren DelBrocco, B.A. Metalsmithing - “I have such a great support group in this department. I knew there was going to be growth and that I would build relationships with students and professors at RIC”.

RIC student John Goncalves — John Goncalves, B.S.W., Current M.S.W. student -“I decided on RIC because it was affordable and it worked with my schedule, because I couldn’t give up my full-time job.”

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Explore our Academic Programs

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Tuition and Fees

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Financial Aid

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Living on Campus

Student Veteran Organization

Information for Veterans / Active Military

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Admissions FAQs

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Accepted Students

WELCOME CLASS OF 2026 AND NEW TRANSFERS!
Congratulations New Anchors! We are excited to welcome the future #Classof2026. Explore what’s next.

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RIC Study Abroad Program — Study Abroad Program

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Office of Undergraduate Admissions

Whether you’re looking for information about the application process, scholarships and financial aid, or transfer credits our dedicated team of admissions professionals is here to guide and support you from your first campus visit to first day of classes.

admissions@ric.edu
1-800-669-5760 or 401-456-8234 ext. (TTY/TDD devices: dial 711)
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INFORMATION FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS & FAMILIES

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