University of Rhode Island

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Rhode Island. The university admitted 76% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 25,105 applications received in 2023, 19,196 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to University of Rhode Island, the regular decision application deadline is February 1 and the application fee costs $65.

Students who apply to University of Rhode Island for the fall semester should hear back from University of Rhode Island by March 31.

University of Rhode Island Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of Rhode Island's admissions stats.

University of Rhode Island 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	17.8%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	30%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	3%
Waitlist	Yes

University of Rhode Island Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Rhode Island.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	2 1	March 31

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Applying Early to University of Rhode Island?

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University of Rhode Island may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with University of Rhode Island directly for more information about early applications.

University of Rhode Island accepts around 91% of early action applicants and 76% all applicants for all deadlines. Last year, University of Rhode Island admitted 13,726 of the 15,134 who applied early action.

Some students apply early to help their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of being admitted, since it shows that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Rhode Island Admissions

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How To Get Into University of Rhode Island

Getting into University of Rhode Island is moderately difficult.

In 2022, University of Rhode Island accepted 76% of all applicants, approximately 19,196 from 25,105 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of Rhode Island, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Rhode Island

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Rhode Island

In 2022, University of Rhode Island waitlisted 2,248 students and 708 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 14 eventually were offered a spot.

What Does University of Rhode Island Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Rhode Island

Wondering what factors are considered by University of Rhode Island during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Rhode Island for more information on admission factors.

University of Rhode Island 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Rhode Island, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of Rhode Island's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	list of senior courses
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Rhode Island?

Students admitted to University of Rhode Island have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 43.2% submitted a class rank. At University of Rhode Island 17.8% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 48.6% were in the top 25% and 86.8% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Rhode Island, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	17.64%
3.75 and 3.99	15.69%
3.50 and 3.74	31.14%
3.25 and 3.49	14.36%
3.00 and 3.24	14.33%
2.50 and 2.9	6.19%
2.00 and 2.49	0.66%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Rhode Island directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Rhode Island is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 30% of University of Rhode Island's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 3% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Rhode Island?

To be competitive with other University of Rhode Island applicants, you should strive to score between 1150 and 1290 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Rhode Island 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1290 and 25% of scored lower than 1150, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Rhode Island students scored 640 or higher and 75% of students scored 550 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Rhode Island students scored 650 or higher, and 75% scored a 550 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Rhode Island, you should strive to earn between 25 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Rhode Island's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 25 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Rhode Island students. Only one out of every four students scored below 25.

More Information on Transferring to University of Rhode Island

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Rhode Island.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 27.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Rhode Island during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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University of Rhode Island Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Rhode Island?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Rhode Island.

Does University of Rhode Island accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Rhode Island accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Rhode Island accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Rhode Island accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Rhode Island accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Rhode Island?

❌ No, University of Rhode Island is test optional, so you can decide if you want to to submit your standardized test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is University of Rhode Island's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Rhode Island's acceptance rate is 76%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Rhode Island?

🟨 University of Rhode Island may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

What is the early action acceptance rate at University of Rhode Island?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at University of Rhode Island was 91% in 2021.

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