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77%
Open Admissions
71%
Graduation
About University of Rhode Island
University of Rhode Island is a public four-year institution located in Kingston, Rhode Island. With an enrollment of approximately 13,822 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 77%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate stands at a strong 71%. Graduates earn a median salary of $69,743 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $19,899 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
77%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
71%
Enrollment
13,822
Total students
Median Earnings
$69,743
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$16,408
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$35,804
Per year
Average Net Price
$19,899
After aid (avg)
SAT Range (M+R)
1030–1270
25th–75th percentile
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
ACT Score Range
26 – 31
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
25th
1030
Median
1180
75th
1270
4001600
SAT Math
25th
510
Median
590
75th
620
200800
ACT Composite
25th
26
Median
28
75th
31
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$35,804/yr
In-State Tuition$16,408/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$19,899/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$79,596
10-Year Earnings
$697,430
ROI Multiple
8.8×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at University of Rhode Island
Student Outcomes
71%
Graduation Rate
Above national average
$70k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
13,822
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
