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Cheapest Psychology Colleges in Rhode Island

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

Rhode Island College offers the state's most affordable Psychology degree at just $10,988 net cost, while Providence College charges $45,538 for the same program. This $34,550 cost gap reflects the state's mix of accessible public education and high-end private institutions. Psychology graduates here find opportunities in Rhode Island's growing healthcare sector, which employs over 60,000 workers across major health systems like Lifespan and Care New England.
9
Programs
$10,988 – $45,538
Net Price Range
$32,031
Avg. Program Earnings
72.3%
Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Psychology, General 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 $26,572 $68,230 95.9% 5.1%
5 $32,478 $40,408 54.9% 83.4%
6 $35,682 $47,930 74.9% 69.5%
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 makes Rhode Island College such an affordable option for Psychology students?

Rhode Island College charges just $10,988 in net costs with an 87.53% acceptance rate, making it accessible to most applicants. The school's public funding and location in Providence keeps expenses low while providing access to internships at nearby hospitals and mental health facilities.

How do graduation rates compare between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Rhode Island College graduates 46.20% of Psychology students, while Providence College at $45,538 achieves an 87.90% graduation rate. Brown University leads with 95.90% graduation despite charging $26,572 net cost, showing that higher prices don't always correlate with better outcomes.

Does attending a more expensive Psychology program lead to higher earnings?

Providence College graduates earn $35,060 annually despite the highest net cost of $45,538. Roger Williams University graduates earn nearly the same at $33,993 with a lower $38,123 net price, suggesting that program cost doesn't directly determine salary outcomes.

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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.