University of Rhode Island (URI) is a four-year, public school located in Kingston, RI. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.

The URI's 2024 tuition & fees is $16,408 for Rhode Island residents and $35,804 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 84% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $12,715.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 17,473 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).

URI's acceptance rate is 77.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 17.00%. The median SAT scores is 1160 and the ACT socre is 28.

URI ranked 104th in National Universities and 2nd in Rhode Island Colleges rankings. University of Rhode Island is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of Rhode Island is $16,408 for in-state students and $35,804 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $17,450 for in-state students and $31,952 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $16,954 for Rhode Island residents and $37,307 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $18,063 for Rhode Island residents and $33,307 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$16,408$35,804
Graduate$17,450$31,952
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$16,954$37,307
Graduate$18,063$33,307

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »77.00% Acceptance Rate / 17.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,160 SAT / 28 ACT
Graduation Rate »71%
Retention Rate85%(full-time), 69% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.88% (17 to 1)
Student Population »17,473 (14,768 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$12,715

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

University of Rhode Island 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.

Special Learning Opportunities at URI
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

University of Rhode Island Directory Information

AddressGreen Hall, 35 Campus Avenue, Kingston, RI 2881
Phone401-874-1000
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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