RWU Description

Roger Williams University is a community devoted to teaching and learning, wherein students pursue both personal and intellectual growth. The University's mission is to teach students to think, reason, and communicate; to develop expertise in their chosen fields of study; to appreciate established disciplines and to investigate interdisciplinary connections; to experience study and life abroad; to value cultural diversity; to develop ethical awareness; and to preserve intellectual curiosity throughout a lifetime.

Stimulating education? Check. Ranked in the Top 10 of comprehensive colleges in the North by U.S. News & World Report, the University ensures a strong liberal arts academic experience. With 39 majors, as well as five professional schools, the Roger Williams experience offers perks like real-world internship opportunities that lead to real-world jobs.

Beautiful campus? Check. Convenient location? Check. Located on a stunning 140 acres overlooking Mount Hope Bay, the Roger Williams campus takes advantage of the New England coastline’s natural beauty. And our location in historic Bristol, RI, is easily accessible from Providence, Boston or New York City.

Opportunities for involvement? Check. From the Student Senate and the Multicultural Student Union to the Campus Entertainment Network and the Ultimate Frisbee Club, Roger Williams offers clubs and organizations for every interest. An added bonus? It’s a great way to meet your forever friends.

The checklist for Roger Williams University is complete with everything from multiple study-abroad options to nationally renowned academic programs to an array of sports, club and social activities. The result? A gratifying college experience that will remain with you far beyond your years on campus.

Quick Facts

Location

Northeast

Setting

Large Town Setting

Type

Private

Size

Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Hawks

Nickname

RWU

Website

www.rwu.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$28,700

Out-of-State Tuition

$28,700

Selectivity

Selective

Enrollment

4,587

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RWU Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
4,345
Freshman Class
961
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
4,587

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
94%
Graduate
6%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
100%
Part-Time
0%

Gender of Students

Women
55%
Men
45%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
1%
Asian
1%
Caucasian
74%
Latino
3%
Other
21%

International Students

International
2%
Domestic
98%