96%
Placement of Grads
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ graduates consistently find success in employment or in graduate schools within 6 months of graduation.
Academics
Empowering our students through hands-on academic programs that lead to rewarding careers
Academic Excellence at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½
At ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ (ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½), learning happens by doing. We combine a strong, comprehensive liberal arts education with practical and professional degree paths. Our students graduate with the skills and experience that employers want now.
Majors & Programs
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ offers over 65 accredited undergraduate majors, more than 70 minors, comprehensive graduate programs, professional certificates, trade and technical training, and a highly respected Juris Doctorate (JD) law degree.
Success By The Numbers
>80%
Graduate With More Than a Single Major
At ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, we encourage combining your passions. Our programs allow you the space for an additional major and/or minor, giving you diverse skills and experiences that set you up for success.
100%
Real-World Experience
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ students get the experience that employers are looking for from internships, research, community engagement, and hands-on projects unique to each school and major.
Three Academic Anchors Guiding Our Future
Marine Science and Innovation
As a coastal university, we focus on marine and coastal ecosystems and the Blue Economy. We prepare students for careers in marine research, conservation, and industry and are passionate about exploring sustainable practices for marine resource management and innovation.
Designed and Built Environment
The study of the built environment encompasses architecture, urban planning, construction, engineering, sustainable practices, and real estate. Our students prepare to become leaders in designing and managing the built environments of tomorrow.
Law, Society, and Justice
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ examines the intersection of legal frameworks, governance structures, and societal dynamics. We explore issues such as human rights, social justice, public policy, and the rule of law that meet the demands of contemporary society while anticipating future needs.
Gain Depth and Breadth of Experience
Undergraduate Research at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ students collaborate with faculty, perform independent research in labs and in the field, compete for grant funding, publish papers, present at conferences, compete in regional and national academic challenges, work on community-engaged research projects, and more!
Get a Great Internship
The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Internship Experience builds opportunities for our students to explore different career paths, gain valuable professional experience, join research projects, and prepare to be career-ready upon graduation. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ offers internships as part of the powerful combinations of joining your classroom studies with hands-on experience in industry, community, and research facilities.
Study Abroad
Study abroad is an opportunity to continue your ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ education while living in another country. Study abroad is meaningful for students in any academic discipline interested in getting the most out of the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ experience and preparing for careers in an interdependent world.
General Education
Our new skills-based and outcomes-focused General Education curriculum allows every student to graduate with a minor, unlocking powerful combinations across disciplines and the flexibility to choose a path that aligns with their goals.
Accreditations
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is accredited by the . NECHE (formerly NEASC) strives to establish and maintain high standards for all levels of education, from pre-K to the doctoral level.
In addition to the University's regional accreditation, specific ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ schools and programs are accredited by other recognized accrediting bodies.
Supporting Every Student
Academic Exploration Program
From planning your path to finding it, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ supports you whether you have an idea of your major, are split between majors, or still searching for the perfect program for you!
Student Academic Success
The Center for Student Academic Success (CSAS) offers comprehensive support, such as tutoring services, professional advising, and reasonable accommodations, to help students achieve their academic goals while at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.
Career & Professional Development
The Center for Career & Professional Development (CCPD) provides resources to meet all of your career needs. Check out our new career communities, events and programs, and connect with us this semester.
Schools
Mario J. Gabelli School of Business
Developing independent thinkers who have the knowledge, skills, and experience to succeed in the global business community.
Feinstein School of Humanities, Arts, and Education
Merging coursework with real-world experience in order to prepare for fulfilling careers and successful lives.
Feinstein School of Social and Natural Sciences
Preparing students for a variety of careers in the social or natural sciences.
Cummings School of Architecture
Providing a balanced education for students seeking to design and maintain our built and cultural environments.
School of Engineering, Computing, and Construction Management
Delivering practical, hands-on experiences so graduates can adapt to rapid technological change, communicate, and interact effectively.
School of Justice Studies
Empowering students to be the next practitioners in today's justice system.
Extension School
Meeting students where they are in their educational and career journey.
School of Law
Offering students a rigorous, hands-on, affordable legal education in a supportive environment.
Welcome Message from the Provost
Welcome to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ — we are an academic community where curiosity meets purpose and every student is empowered to design their own path toward success.
At ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, our academic experience is built on powerful combinations of interdisciplinary learning, hands-on experiences, and personalized mentorship. Across our eight schools, students are challenged to think critically, act creatively, and apply their knowledge to real-world challenges in Rhode Island, New England, and beyond.
The three Academic Anchors of Marine Science and Innovation, the Designed and Built Environment, and Law, Society, and Justice ignite our academic vision and define the future of education at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½. A unique blending of liberal arts and humanities, professional studies, and business and entrepreneurship education supports them. Our students gain a holistic, career-connected learning experience through powerful combinations of majors and minors and through experiences they design along their path through ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.
Every ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ student gains required real-world experience through internships, research, study abroad, and community-engaged projects; oftentimes, acquiring multiple experiences before they graduate. And with a 96% post-graduation success rate, our alumni are thriving in their careers and graduate programs across the country.
As Provost, I invite you to explore the learning and research opportunities that make ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ a place where ideas flourish, connections thrive, and students build lives of meaning and impact.
Sincerely,
Margaret Everett, Ph.D.
Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Recent News
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½'s CEED Leads National Marine Fish Aquaculture Collaboration
NOAA Sea Grant-funded partnership advances sustainable marine fish aquaculture, expands public aquarium research, and provides hands-on learning opportunities for ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ students.
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Partners with Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England to Offer Direct Admission for Gold Award Recipients
The new partnership recognizes exceptional student leadership and expands college access for Girl Scouts who earn the organization's highest honor.
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Engineering Students Restore Access to Johannis Farm Wildlife Preserve in Barrington
Partnering with the Barrington Land Conservation Trust, students are restoring public access to the Johannis Farm Wildlife Preserve through a hands-on engineering project.
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Criminal Justice Program Earns National ACJS Endorsement
The Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences recognizes ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½'s undergraduate Criminal Justice program for meeting national standards of academic quality and excellence.
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Students Discover a Different Way of Learning While Studying Abroad in Australia
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½'s Nature and Culture of Australia program combines study abroad, independent research, and experiential learning to help students build lasting skills.
