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Roger Williams University

#765 in US ranking Bristol, RI
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$66,939
Tuition & fees
$45,978
Avg. aid
$23,522
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
88%
SAT range
1140–1310
ACT range
24–29

Outcomes

Graduation rate
69%
Median salary
$50,178
1 yr after graduation

What are the popular events and traditions at Roger Williams University?

Recurring Roger Williams University events include orientation and welcome programming, homecoming-related gatherings, and commencement. They serve different purposes: welcoming new students, bringing current students and alumni together, and recognizing degree completion.

Student organizations and academic units also organize performances, lectures, exhibitions, and community events during the year. Because calendars change, applicants hoping to experience campus activity during a visit should check the university's current events schedule rather than assume a particular festival or performance takes place every semester.

What are the student housing and dining options at Roger Williams University?

Roger Williams University offers college-operated undergraduate housing, including coeducational options. Residence-hall and apartment-style choices may differ by class year, space, and application rules; the availability of housing does not mean every student is guaranteed a preferred building or room type.

Students considering campus housing should review the current residence-life application, contract dates, roommate process, and any first-year requirements. Meal plans and campus dining provide options for residents and commuters, but plan eligibility and dining hours may vary. Those planning to live off campus should compare lease terms and transportation with the university's housing and dining charges. Reported annual room and board figures appear in the cost section; an individual student's charges depend on the room and meal plan selected.

Roger Williams University Campus Life

College owned housing available

Yes

Co-ed housing

Yes

Freshmen can park on campus

No

Highspeed speed internet

No

Roger Williams University Campus at a Glance

Student-to-faculty ratio
14:1
Undergraduates living on campus
62%
Campus size
143 acres

Roger Williams University Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 8

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Career library
  • Resume preparation
  • Resume refers to employers
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop
  • Alumni network

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

Roger Williams University Library Services and Resources

Main library name

University Library

Number of libraries on campus

2

Reservable study rooms in library

Yes

24h access

No

Physical facilities

Yes

Access to digital/electronic resources

Yes

Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials

Yes

Established library hours

Yes

Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions

Yes

Roger Williams University Computer Labs Access

  • 24h access
  • Help desk

Roger Williams University Location & Map

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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