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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Bristol, RI

Roger Williams University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in RI. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$42,666

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

87.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

67.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$70,266

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Roger Williams University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Bristol, RI. With a competitive tuition profile of $42,666, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 67.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing580 – 660
20025th–75th percentile800
Math550 – 640
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite24 – 30
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

87.8%

Transfer-Out Rate26.9%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$170,664

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.2 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$40,266

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$231,996

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$634,656

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Roger Williams University is $26,940.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
51.3%
48.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
71.9%
Hispanic
10.9%
Unknown
7.6%
Black
3.4%
Two or more
2.8%
Asian
2.0%
International
1.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$42,666

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$29,475
$30k - $48k$29,765
$48k - $75k$34,861
$75k+$38,086

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,940
Pell Grant Recipients16.3%
Using Federal Loans58.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment78.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,281
Avg. Pell Grant$4,629
Avg. State/Local Grant$2,057
Avg. Institutional Grant$19,663
Students Receiving Grants99.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

78.7%

Success

67.0%

In-State Cost

$42,666

Age 25+ Students

7.7%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

254 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Bristol (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Bristol (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Bristol

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,289

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,398

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,693

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Bristol metropolitan area.