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University of Rhode Island
Kingston,
RI
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate76%
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About University of Rhode Island
University of Rhode Island is a public, state university in the town of Kingston, Rhode Island. University of Rhode Island was founded in 1892. The university enrolls around 16,696 students per year, including 13,928 undergraduate students.
2022 Acceptance Rate for University of Rhode Island
It is moderately difficult to get into University of Rhode Island. The acceptance rate at University of Rhode Island is 76%. In 2022, 25,105 students applied to University of Rhode Island and 19,196 were admitted.
| University of Rhode Island Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 76% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | 91% |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting ACT scores | 91% |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 30% |
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University of Rhode Island is located in Kingston, Rhode Island,.
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College Info
University of Rhode Island Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Feb 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Jul 27
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Rhode Island is Feb 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of Rhode Island is Jul 27.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
University of Rhode Island SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1150 - 1290
Math SAT Range
540 - 640
Reading SAT Range
550 - 650
University of Rhode Island Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$31,788
In State$51,184
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$14,116
$33,512
Fees
$2,292
$2,292
Housing
$14,130
$14,130
Books
$1,250
$1,250
Student Life
Wondering what life at University of Rhode Island is like? There are approximately 16,696 students enrolled at University of Rhode Island, including 13,928 undergraduate students and 2,768 graduate students. 92% percent of students attend school full-time, 48% percent are from RI and 52% percent of students are from other states.
92%
Full Time8%
Part Time48%
In State52%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
16,696
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
76%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Feb 1
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