If you are enrolled as a Second Degree Student at RIC you will follow a plan of study created with your advisor, which includes a list of program coursework and other requirements leading up to when you apply for admission to the Feinstein School. Program choices for a second bachelor's degree from Feinstein mirror our undergraduate program choices. Admission requirements may be very similar to undergraduate admissions; however, there will be differences.
Every Feinstein student who works with children/youth/adults must maintain a current Criminal Background Check (BCI) from the Attorney General’s Office. The BCI is required before entering a classroom or community space, virtually and/or face to face, whether observing, tutoring, teaching and/or participating in any type of community activity.
Applicants must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75. (Once you are admitted to RIC, your cumulative GPA is based on your grades in your RIC coursework.) If you meet all of the admission requirements except for your GPA, you may apply for conditional admission to a program.
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
The Feinstein School administers and coordinates all professional education programs at Rhode Island College. We offer a range of programs, including early childhood, pre-K-12, counseling, school psychology, youth development and health and wellness.