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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Newport, RI

Salve Regina University

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

Annual Tuition

$47,930

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

69.9%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

75.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$72,975

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Salve Regina University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Newport, RI. With a competitive tuition profile of $47,930, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 75.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing600 – 660
20025th–75th percentile800
Math560 – 635
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite26 – 30
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

69.9%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$191,720

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$42,975

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$238,030

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$667,780

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 Salve Regina University is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
69.9%
30.1%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
76.9%
Hispanic
10.0%
Unknown
3.5%
Two or more
3.3%
International
2.9%
Asian
1.8%
Black
1.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
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

$47,930

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$27,575
$30k - $48k$29,451
$48k - $75k$29,769
$75k+$34,113

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients15.5%
Using Federal Loans71.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment80.6%

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

* 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

85.3%

Success

75.2%

In-State Cost

$47,930

Age 25+ Students

2.6%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

121 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Newport (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 Newport

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,716

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,728

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$2,270

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 Newport metropolitan area.