URI Description

If you reside in the Kingston, Rhode Island area and are looking for an undergraduate or graduate program for academic study, why not check out the University of Rhode Island?

Programs available to choose from as a major include the interesting Animal and Veterinary Science, Business Administration, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Geology and Geological Oceanography, Human Development and Family Studies, International Engineering, Journalism, and Nursing, among many others.

URI has a festive student life which includes both entertainment events and organizations which can help students get a leg up in the career search. Study abroad programs are offered during the summer and school year. There is also a strong Greek life, Student Senate, dining, and athletic programs.

Other services include a counseling center and health services.

If you qualify for financial aid like the Centennial and University Scholarships, your entire tuition may be covered. There are also grants and loans that can help cover tuition and other educational expenses.

When it comes time to search for a job, the career service center can help students with writing resumes, interview preparation, meeting potential employers, and much more.

Quick Facts

Location

Northeast

Setting

Large Town Setting

Type

Public

Size

Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Rams

Nickname

URI

Website

www.uri.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$9,528

Out-of-State Tuition

$26,026

Selectivity

Selective

Enrollment

16,376

URI Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
12,793
Freshman Class
2,954
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
16,376

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
78%
Graduate
22%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
98%
Part-Time
2%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
50%
Out-of-State
50%

Gender of Students

Women
57%
Men
43%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
4%
Asian
2%
Caucasian
73%
Latino
4%
Other
17%

Students State Origin

Rhode Island
50%
Massachusetts
13%
Connecticut
10%
New Jersey
9%
New York
8%
Other
10%

International Students

International
1%
Domestic
99%