Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $16,408
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $35,804
- Average Net Price
- $19,899
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 21.2%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $14,900
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $12,286
- Books & Supplies
- $1,250
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $32,558
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $22,250
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $236/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 69.5%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 49.5%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 21.2%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $12,930 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $12,326 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $16,578 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $22,524 |
| $110,001+ | $27,213 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay far less than the $32,558 sticker price at URI. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $12,930 annually, while those from the highest-income families pay $27,213. Over four years, total costs range from roughly $52,000 to $109,000 depending on family income.
The typical graduate leaves with $22,250 in debt, translating to monthly payments of $236. With median earnings of $69,743 ten years after graduation, most alumni can handle this debt load comfortably. The 69% loan repayment rate suggests graduates generally manage their obligations well. Rhode Island residents get the strongest value proposition, paying $16,408 in tuition compared to $35,804 for out-of-state students. Only 21% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating URI serves more middle-class families than low-income students. First-generation college students and Rhode Island residents see the biggest financial advantages here.
The typical graduate leaves with $22,250 in debt, translating to monthly payments of $236. With median earnings of $69,743 ten years after graduation, most alumni can handle this debt load comfortably. The 69% loan repayment rate suggests graduates generally manage their obligations well. Rhode Island residents get the strongest value proposition, paying $16,408 in tuition compared to $35,804 for out-of-state students. Only 21% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating URI serves more middle-class families than low-income students. First-generation college students and Rhode Island residents see the biggest financial advantages here.
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