University of Rhode Island

The University of Rhode Island (URI) is the state’s public flagship and land-grant research university, with its main campus in Kingston and additional locations including the Narragansett Bay Campus, the Feinstein Providence Campus, and other sites across Rhode Island. Founded in 1892, URI offers a broad range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across colleges such as Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, Nursing, Pharmacy, Environment and Life Sciences, Health Sciences, and Education. It is known for strengths in oceanography, coastal and environmental science, pharmacy, engineering, and health-related fields, supported by research facilities along Narragansett Bay and partnerships with state and federal agencies. URI serves a primarily regional student body while also attracting students from across the United States and abroad. Campus life centers on the Kingston campus, a large suburban setting with academic buildings, residence halls, libraries, athletics and recreation facilities, and student services. As Rhode Island’s land-grant institution, URI emphasizes research, public engagement, and workforce development for the state and the broader New England region.