Admissions & Financial Aid

RIC Student Tour Guides

When you choose Rhode Island College, you're choosing the best value in higher education in New England and an affordable pathway to career success. We are a regional comprehensive public college that provides a high quality, four-year degree to keep you moving forward with less debt holding you back. 

See What it's Like to be a RIC Student!

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Anchor for a Day in February

On February 16, 17, 18 or 19 – attend a RIC class, tour campus, have lunch in our dining center, and spend the night in a residence hall. If you are interested in becoming a first-year student or transferring to RIC, please join us! Families are encouraged to attend as well to see all that the institution has to offer.

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Convenient Campus Visits to Meet Your Schedule

We're convinced that if you see our campus and meet our faculty, staff, and students you'll be eager to join our community. With in-person visits on week-days and Saturdays, group options, and virtual options – we offer lots of options.

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Rhode Island College is an exclusive member of the Common Application. All students applying for undergraduate admission must complete the Common Application. 

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Graduate Admissions

Our team is standing by to help you get started on your journey to success. Connect with us now to learn more.

The RIC Advantage

$300M
More than $300 million has been invested in campus upgrades & renovations in the past 5 years.
14:1
Student to faculty ratio allows you to have a meaningful learning experience with faculty who take the time to know you. Average class size of 20 .
>70%
of RIC students receive financial aid, w/ generous opportunities for scholarships, grants & work-study.