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Cheapest Music Colleges in Rhode Island

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

Rhode Island College offers the state's most affordable music program at just $10,988 net cost, while private options can reach $45,538 annually. This $34,550 gap reflects the Ocean State's small but concentrated higher education market. Music graduates from these six programs earn between $21,508 and $36,848, finding opportunities in Rhode Island's growing arts scene and proximity to major cultural centers in Boston and New York.
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Programs
$10,988 – $45,538
Net Price Range
$29,178
Avg. Program Earnings
73.8%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Music 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 $26,572 $68,230 95.9% 5.1%
4 $35,682 $47,930 74.9% 69.5%
5 $38,123 $42,666 66.6% 91.0%
6 $45,538 $60,848 87.9% 52.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Rhode Island College charges $10,988 while Providence College reaches $45,538, creating a $34,550 spread between public and private options. Public universities like Rhode Island College and URI benefit from state funding, while private institutions rely on tuition revenue to support smaller class sizes and specialized facilities.

How do graduation rates vary among Rhode Island's music programs?

Brown University leads with a 95.90% graduation rate, followed by Providence College at 87.90%. Rhode Island College, despite being the most affordable option, maintains a 46.20% graduation rate while serving a broader population of first-generation college students.

Does attending a more expensive music program in Rhode Island lead to higher earnings?

University of Rhode Island graduates earn the highest at $36,848 despite charging $19,899 in net costs. Rhode Island College graduates earn $21,508 with the lowest debt burden at $14,133, suggesting that program quality and career services matter more than tuition price.

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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.