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University of Rhode Island

Public Kingston, RI · Suburban · New England · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
72%
Graduation Rate
$69,743
Earnings (10yr)
$21,440
Net Price
72%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

With an enrollment of about 13,381 students, the University of Rhode Island appeals to a diverse array of individuals seeking a solid education in fields like Business and Marketing, Health Professions, Engineering, Communications, and Biology. The 72% acceptance rate means that many prospective students can find a place here, making it a welcoming option for those who might not have the highest academic credentials but are eager to learn and grow.

Looking at what happens after graduation, the figures are encouraging. Alumni can expect to earn around $69,743 within ten years of completing their degrees, giving them a solid foothold in the job market. While the cost of education is a consideration, this earning potential shows that students can achieve financial stability.

When it comes to expenses, the net price after aid stands at $21,440, and the median debt for graduates is $22,250. This manageable debt load is critical for students who want to avoid being weighed down by financial burdens after they leave school. Those who tend to thrive at URI are often those who take advantage of the strong programs available and are proactive about their educational journey.

Rankings

How University Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation72%Earnings 10yr$70KNet Price$21KRetention84%Median Debt$22KPell Grant Rate22%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$14K$0-30K$13K$30-48K$18K$48-75K$28K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%469.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3380.0%MOBILITY158.83%

Cost & Financial Aid

$16,942
In-State Tuition
$37,146
Out-of-State
$21,440
Avg Net Price
$22,250
Median Debt
22%
Pell Grant Rate
49%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$14,368
Family Income $0–$30K
$12,923
Family Income $30K–$48K
$17,803
Family Income $48K–$75K
$28,460
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$57,446
6 Years After Entry
$65,323
8 Years
$69,743
10 Years
0.32x
Debt-to-Earnings
74%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$57,446 6yr $65,323 8yr $69,743 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

158.83%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3380.0%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
469.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$105,900
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.71
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.0%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.495%
Inventor Rate
66
Total Patents
84
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 72%
Retention Rate 84%
SAT Average 1160
ACT Midpoint 28
SAT Range 1020–1280
Full-Time Faculty 69%
Faculty Salary (mo) $11,089
Diversity Index 0.45
First-Gen Students 26%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 15%
Health Professions 13%
Engineering 9%
Communications 8%
Biology & Biomedical 8%
Psychology 7%
Social Sciences 6%
Computer Science & IT 4%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region New England
Accreditor New England Commission on Higher Education
Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female
59%
White
73%
Hispanic
12%
Black
5%
Asian
3%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

Opportunity Insights Patent Data

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