Rhode Island College (RIC) is a four-year, public school located in Providence, RI. Rhode Island College was newly reclassified as an Research College/University (Master's College and University (larger programs)) in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.
The RIC's tuition & fees is $11,300 for Rhode Island residents and $27,299 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 74% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,912.
The school has a total enrollment of 6,155 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
RIC's acceptance rate is 91.82% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 23.11%. The median SAT score is 990.
RIC ranked 6th in Rhode Island Colleges rankings. Rhode Island College is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Rhode Island College is $11,300 for in-state students and $27,299 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $10,112 for in-state students and $18,806 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,623 for Rhode Island residents and $28,102 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,447 for Rhode Island residents and $19,400 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,300 | $27,299 |
| Graduate | $10,112 | $18,806 |
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,623 | $28,102 |
| Graduate | $10,447 | $19,400 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 91.82% Acceptance Rate / 23.11% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 990 SAT |
| Graduation Rate » | 48% |
| Retention Rate | 73%(full-time), 50% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 6.67% (15 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 6,155 (5,154 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $6,912 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Rhode Island College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | 600 Mount Pleasant Ave, Providence, RI 2908 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 401-456-8000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, public |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
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