Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb
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About Roger Williams University
Roger Williams University (RWU) is a private university in Bristol, Rhode Island, United States. Founded in 1956, it was named for theologian and Rhode Island cofounder Roger Williams. The school enrolled approximately 4,400 undergraduate and graduate students and employs over 480 academic staff as of 2022.
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88%
Acceptance
$37,999
Net price
3,946
Enrollment
69%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
88%
Acceptance rate
1,223
SAT average
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ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$37,999
Average net price
$44,418
In-state tuition
$44,418
Out-of-state tuition
$17,112
Room & board
$900
Books & supplies
$61,950
Total cost of attendance
16%
Students receiving Pell grants
56%
Students with federal loans
$26,940
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$70,266
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$53,845
Median earnings (6 yrs)
69%
Graduation rate
81%
Retention rate
88%
Earn more than a HS grad
$17,170
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
3,946
Total enrollment
9%
Part-time
20
Avg. age at entry
20%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Roger Williams University FAQ
Is Roger Williams University a public or private school?
Roger Williams University is a private nonprofit institution located in Bristol, RI.
What is the acceptance rate at Roger Williams University?
Roger Williams University has an acceptance rate of 88%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Roger Williams University cost?
The average annual net price at Roger Williams University is $37,999 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $44,418.
What is the graduation rate at Roger Williams University?
About 69% of students at Roger Williams University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Roger Williams University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Roger Williams University students earn a median of $70,266 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Roger Williams University?
Admitted students at Roger Williams University have an average SAT score of 1,223. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Roger Williams University?
Roger Williams University enrolls about 3,946 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Kenneth C. Zirkel · CC BY-SA 4.0. Additional images are representative.
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