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Cheapest Business Administration Colleges in Rhode Island

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Rhode Island College offers the state's most affordable Business Administration path at $10,988 net cost, creating a $34,550 price gap with the most expensive option at Providence College. This difference matters in a state where defense contractors like General Dynamics and healthcare systems like Lifespan create steady demand for business graduates. Nine programs span from public institutions with 87% acceptance rates to private colleges where graduates earn up to $54,470 annually.
9
Programs
$10,988 – $45,538
Net Price Range
$45,171
Avg. Program Earnings
67.5%
Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $10,988 $10,986 46.2% 87.5%
2 $19,899 $16,408 71.0% 76.4%
3 $21,611 $13,365 67.5%
4 $32,478 $40,408 54.9% 83.4%
5 $35,682 $47,930 74.9% 69.5%
6 $36,906 $35,625 57.5% 74.5%
7 $38,123 $42,666 66.6% 91.0%
8 $40,846 $51,169 80.6% 68.8%
9 $45,538 $60,848 87.9% 52.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive cost difference between Rhode Island's cheapest and most expensive business programs?

Rhode Island College costs $10,988 while Providence College reaches $45,538, reflecting the public versus private divide. Public institutions receive state funding that keeps tuition lower, while private colleges rely on endowments and higher tuition to fund smaller class sizes and campus amenities.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in Rhode Island business schools?

Higher-priced programs generally show better completion rates, with Providence College achieving 87.9% graduation compared to Rhode Island College's 46.2%. However, University of Rhode Island breaks this pattern with a 71% graduation rate at just $19,899 net cost.

Does the RI Promise scholarship affect business program affordability?

The RI Promise covers community college tuition for two years, allowing students to complete prerequisites affordably before transferring. This pathway can significantly reduce the total cost at four-year institutions like URI or Rhode Island College for business degree completion.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.