Bristol, RI

Roger Williams University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Roger Williams University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Bristol, RI.
It is classified as Master's College and University (medium programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Roger Williams University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.

88% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 8,029 applied, 7,042 accepted, and 918 enrolled in RWU.
431 men and 487 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,220 SAT, 26 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,220 and ACT score is 26. The SAT score of 1220 is good, 74 to 81 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total114012201310
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing580620660
Math560600650
ACT Score
Composite242629
Math212527
English232426
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $45,197 for undergraduate programs and $21,305 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 5.93% compared to last year at Roger Williams University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

3,877 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $19,762.
For freshmen, 1,050 students (99%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $22,491.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 4,350 students enrolled RWU in 2025.
By gender, 2,057 men and 2,293 women students are enrolled.
There are 4,038 undergraduate and 312 graduate students.
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109 Major Programs

  • 7 programs through online
  • 18 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of RWU is 69% and the transfer-out rate is 24%.
The retention rate is 81% for full-time and 81% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
69%
Transfer-out Rate
24%
Retention Rate
81%
Students to Faculty Ratio
10 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 468 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for RWU and the average faculty salary is $119,635. The studetns to faculty ratio is 10 to 1.
There are 1,138 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $69,128.
Number of Faculties
468
Average Faculty Salary
$119,635
Number of Staffs
1,138
Average Staff Salary
$69,128

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Libraries
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