Experience RWU
A Hands-on, Personalized Learning Experience
Undergraduate
A residential degree experience in Bristol, RI that prepares graduates for success.
Majors and MinorsGraduate
Master鈥檚 and certificate programs available on campus and online.
Graduate ProgramsA rigorous, personalized and marketable legal education in Bristol and Providence, R.I.
University College
Certificates, training, and flexible degree options in Providence and online.
University College Programs
Making an Impact
Regional Universities North
Safest College Town - Bristol, RI
Academic Experience
Accepted Students
Welcome to the RWU community. You've worked hard and earned your acceptance!
Learn more on how to secure your spot for Fall 2024.
Congratulations, Class of 2024!
We invite graduates and their guests to visit the RWU Commencement 2024 web page for information on the ceremony and related events.
Innovating the Blue Economy
Our academic expertise in marine science, shellfish aquaculture, ports and shipping, marine trades and defense, and marine and coastal law helps make our communities, coastal economies, and the environment stronger and more resilient.
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FACTS AT A GLANCE
- 96%of RWU Class of 2023
secured post-graduate opportunities of a job placement or grad school within 6 months.*
2 RI CampusesOn the water in Bristol and in the heart of RI's capital, Providence, serving students from Undergraduate, Graduate, Law, & University College.
- 15:1
Undergraduate Student/Faculty Ratio
- 98% Receive Financial Aid
RWU has increased its institutional financial aid undergraduate budget by over 50% in the last five years.
- 70+Clubs
Plus 24 Varsity Sports to meet every interest
- 12+ Masters and Certificate programs
We offer Graduate programs on campus and online with several accelerated options for Undergraduate students
- Only 1
RWU School of Law is RI鈥檚 only Law School for undivided attention from the state bench and bar
- Flexible & Convenient
University College offers a variety of educational opportunities and methods for career enhancement
Recent News
RWU Adds Varsity Men鈥檚 Ice Hockey, Women鈥檚 Ice Hockey, and Women鈥檚 Golf Programs
Three new varsity athletics programs to debut over 2025-26 and 2026-27 academic years.
Marine Biology, Chemistry Undergrads Collaborate to Publish Pioneering Research on Marine Aquarium Trade Practices
Through work on real-world research, 鈥淩WU excels at providing meaningful engagement, and our students' publications are a testament to that commitment,鈥 said Andrew Rhyne, Professor of Marine Biology.
Rhode Island Universities Receive $3 Million NSF Grant to Launch the R.I. Research Administration Collaborative
Led by RWU, five higher education institutions in Rhode Island will collaborate to expand capacity to contribute to the state鈥檚 continued growth and leadership in research driven by its universities and colleges.
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