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91.0%Acceptance
$42,666Tuition
3,957Students
67%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$70,266Earnings
#8 in Rhode IslandPrivate nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IIIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
91.0%
Average SAT
1,195
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,120–1,270
ACT Composite (avg)
28
Total Enrollment
3,957

Admissions Overview

Roger Williams University practices open admission with a 91% acceptance rate. Nearly all applicants who meet basic requirements get accepted, making this an accessible option for students seeking a full university experience. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1120-1270 on the SAT, though these scores reflect enrolled students rather than admission requirements. The university values students who appreciate hands-on learning and coastal New England culture. RWU particularly attracts aspiring architects drawn to its well-known School of Architecture, Art and Historic Preservation, as well as students seeking small class sizes with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio and the unique campus setting on Mount Hope Bay.