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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
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Rhode Island College
Rhode Island College (RIC) is a public college located in Providence, Rhode Island. Founded in 1854 as the Rhode Island State Normal School, it is the oldest public institution of higher education in the state. The college offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts, sciences, education, nursing, and social work, and is recognized as a regional comprehensive public college. RIC serves a diverse student body, primarily from Rhode Island and the surrounding New England region, and is known for its commitment to accessible, high-quality education.
Key Facts
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Forbes #618 · 2026
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 180 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialMid-Size Community
1/10
Diversity
1/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
0% placement rate
Popular fields
psychologyhumanitiesgeneralsocial-sciencesarts-designmathematics
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Student Life
7,500 students (200 international)
Campus: Urban, 180 acres
Location: Providence, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
Adams LibraryStudent UnionWellness CenterResidence HallsAthletic FacilitiesClassroom and Laboratory Buildings
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 78%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 78%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=3.75, p25=3.75, p75=3.75 (n=1)
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school