Graduate Studies at RIC

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Advance your career and follow your passions with nationally recognized graduate programs. Take a closer look – we're here to help with any questions along the way.

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Choose From 25+ Graduate Degree Programs

Our nationally recognized graduate programs include:

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  • Master’s degrees in: healthcare, counseling, social work, business, management, teaching, community leadership, and arts and sciences
  • Doctoral programs in education and nursing
  • Certificates of Graduate Study

and allow for an array of learning experiences, including: seminars, field experiences, and online learning.

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Pursue a Program and Gain a Community

At RIC we're proud of the standards our graduate programs uphold:

  • Committed Faculty – Our small class sizes allow you to work closely with authors, researchers and specialists who bring the excitement of their professional experiences to the classroom and to mentorship.
  • Committed Students – You'll collaborate with other students who share your enthusiasm and dedication.
  • Committed to Service – Our graduate students commit their talents to meaningful service projects at the state, regional, national, and international levels.

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The RIC Advantage

89%
of faculty hold terminal degrees in their fields.
$300M
More than $300 million has been invested in campus upgrades & renovations in the past 5 years.
>70%
of RIC students receive financial aid, w/ generous opportunities for scholarships, grants & work-study.
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We Also Offer Individualized Graduate Programs!

The Individualized Graduate Program (IGP) allows graduate students the opportunity to design a graduate program that meets specific interests. An IGP may be oriented toward professional goals, unique scholarly pursuits, or a concentration in a traditional academic area.

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Office of Graduate Studies

We support our students, mostly working professionals, as they manage career, family, and graduate school. We offer one of the most affordable master’s degrees in the Northeast, creating pathways to new professional options and career advancement.