Rhode Island College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Rhode Island College was $9,481 a year for in-state students and $25,014 a year for out-of-state students.

Usually, college tuition rises about 3% year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students owe a lot less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Plus, student loans can make theprice of collegefeel more doable until you've finishing school and found a job.

International students can expect to pay 25,014 per year for tuition at Rhode Island College.

Rhode Island College meets 63% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Rhode Island College is around $11,432 a year.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $27,106 in student loans for each student with debt.

Does Rhode Island College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Rhode Island College is a public, state institution, so it offers a reduced tuition rate of $9,481 for students who qualify as state residents and attend full-time. For non-Rhode Island residents, out-of-state tuition is $25,014 a year.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state status can cut the cost of college tuition. Take the time to confirm your state's requirements for as an in-state resident. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. In many states, students must have lived in the state for 12 months before starting school to qualify for in-state tuition. There may be additional requirements too, depending on where you live.

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Tuition for International Students at Rhode Island College

Rhode Island College has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

International students at Rhode Island College usually pay around $25,014 per year, before any scholarships, grants or other financial aid.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for federal financial aid, but should research private or Rhode Island College-specific aid and scholarships.

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Rhode Island College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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In addition to tuition, there are other costs associated with college, like room and board, facility fees, and books and supplies. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Rhode Island College.

Room and Board Costs at Rhode Island College

Housing and campus dining at Rhode Island College is $13,414 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that allows you to eat in the school dining facilities.

Board costs may vary depending on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

Cost of Books at Rhode Island College

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The actual cost of books and supplies depends on the courses you take and the materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Annual Fees

Most schools also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

Keep in mind, there could also be additional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges have resources for students with demonstrated need to find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

Transportation costs

The cost of transportation in college depends on a few key factors. Will you take a subway, car or an airplane to get to school? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? Is the campus walkable? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

Where are a college is located can also have a big effect on the amount you'll have to spend just to get around. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the flip side, transportation in an urban area is sometimes costly, but there may be more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Rhode Island College campus is in a suburb in Rhode Island, near Boston.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, be sure to consider personal expenses, like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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The Full Cost of Attending Rhode Island College

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better idea of the actual cost of attending Rhode Island College.

How Much Does Rhode Island College Cost?

What will the cost of attending Rhode Island College be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
In-state Tuition	$9,481
Out-of-State Tuition	$25,014
Room and Board	$13,414
Other expenses	$1,000

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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Rhode Island College Financial Aid

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In 2023, 2,345 of the 4,719 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Rhode Island College meets 63% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $11,432 a year. Around 75% of Rhode Island College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Rhode Island College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $27,106 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$20,942
Private Loans	$32,131

Most Common Loans for Rhode Island College Students
Federal Loans	73%
Private loans	16%

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on Rhode Island College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Rhode Island College

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2023, Rhode Island College awarded 2,170 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $18.5 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $960,000 in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Rhode Island College Net Cost

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for Rhode Island College students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

The average amount of financial aid received by a full-time first year student with demonstrated need at Rhode Island College was $11,432 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Rhode Island College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
In-State, On-Campus	$2,536
Net In-state, Off-campus	$554
Out-of-State, On-Campus	$29,501

What will attending Rhode Island College really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families understand the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Rhode Island College's net cost calculator on their website.

Rhode Island College Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Students cannot pay tuition in installments. Contact the financial aid office to verify this and discuss options.

Does Rhode Island College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some schools offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

Rhode Island College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and supporting students.

As of 2022, the total market value of Rhode Island College's endowment was $37.7 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $12,676 for each full-time student enrolled.

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