C
Average
Score: 53/100

Roger Williams University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Bristol, Rhode Island 02809
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 67%
Outcomes
B+
77/100
Affordability
F
12/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
A
89/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Quick Stats

4,344
Total Enrollment
67%
Graduation Rate
79%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
88%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where Roger Williams University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#10
Financial Planning and Services
of 11 schools
#21
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
of 24 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $42,336 $42,336
Room $9,320
Board $7,370
Total Cost (On-Campus) $63,606 $63,606

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
19%
Receive Pell Grants
71%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 122 grads/yr Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology 119 grads/yr Legal Professions and Studies, Other 82 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 65 grads/yr Psychology, General 62 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 52 grads/yr Construction Management, General 49 grads/yr Engineering, General 45 grads/yr Financial Planning and Services 38 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 33 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 31 grads/yr Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography 31 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 26 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 24 grads/yr Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology, Other 22 grads/yr Forensic Science and Technology 22 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 20 grads/yr Computer Science 18 grads/yr Graphic Design 16 grads/yr Communication and Media Studies, Other 16 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Roger Williams University's top programs commonly pursue.

Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of police and detectives
$106k/yr 160,800 jobs
Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary
$71k/yr 16,200 jobs
Architectural and engineering managers
$168k/yr 212,500 jobs
Architecture teachers, postsecondary
$101k/yr 11,600 jobs
Architectural and civil drafters
$64k/yr 110,500 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs

Student Demographics

4,344
Total Students
52%
Women
90%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 72%
Hispanic 11%
Black 3%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 87%
Hybrid (Some Online) 7%
Fully Online 6%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 90%
25-64 (Adult) 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Roger Williams University?
Roger Williams University has an acceptance rate of 88%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Roger Williams University?
Tuition at Roger Williams University is $42,336 for in-state students and $42,336 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Roger Williams University?
The graduation rate at Roger Williams University is 67%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Roger Williams University a good school?
Roger Williams University has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Roger Williams University?
Roger Williams University has a total enrollment of 4,344 students. Most students (90%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology