Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
77.07%
SAT Average
1,176
ACT Range
26-31
University of Rhode Island Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 77.07%. This means approximately 771 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 13,822 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
77.07%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $16,408 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $35,804 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $32,584 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $19,899 | State avg: $26,706. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 21.15% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 49.47% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Rhode Island Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$35,804
Room and board
$14,900
Books and supplies
$1,250
Other expenses
$2,436
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$32,584
Average net price
$19,899
Average aid coverage
39%
$12,685 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Rhode Island pays approximately $19,899 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Rhode Island average of $26,706 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Rhode Island?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Rhode Island and national averages.
University of Rhode Island net price
$19,899
Rhode Island average
$26,706
National average
$17,506
University of Rhode Island Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $35,804 and average net price at $19,899. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$35,804
Current net price
$19,899
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
71.03%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$69,743
Undergraduates
13,822
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Rhode Island vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Rhode Island graduates earn about 1.6x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Rhode Island?
Undergraduates
13,822
Completion rate
71.03%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
21.15%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
49.47%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 21.15% of University of Rhode Island students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 49.47% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Rhode Island
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Rhode Island's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Rhode Island lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Rhode Island is listed at Green Hall, 35 Campus Avenue, Kingston, RI 02881. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Rhode Island with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Rhode Island | 77.07% | $35,804 | $19,899 | $69,743 |
| Brown University | 5.23% | $68,230 | $26,572 | $93,487 |
| Bryant University | 65.65% | $51,169 | $40,846 | $90,008 |
| Providence College | 48.72% | $60,848 | $45,538 | $87,054 |
| Salve Regina University | 69.91% | $47,930 | $35,682 | $72,975 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Rhode Island's acceptance rate?
University of Rhode Island's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 77.07%.
How much is University of Rhode Island tuition?
University of Rhode Island's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $35,804.
What is University of Rhode Island's average net price?
University of Rhode Island's average net price in the local dataset is $19,899.
What is University of Rhode Island's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $69,743 for University of Rhode Island.
Is University of Rhode Island accredited?
University of Rhode Island's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend University of Rhode Island?
The local dataset lists 13,822 undergraduate students at University of Rhode Island.
What percentage of University of Rhode Island students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Rhode Island in the local dataset is 21.15%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Rhode Island?
The federal loan rate for University of Rhode Island in the local dataset is 49.47%.
Where should I verify University of Rhode Island data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Rhode Island or the latest official federal education data.