Undergraduate Admissions

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We're not just a state college. We're a college built for the state of today's world. Over 6,000 students from all walks of life call themselves Anchors. They are the leaders and innovators of tomorrow who are prepared to make a positive impact on their communities by pursuing their passions.

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Our Simple Admissions Processes

For any admissions questions, please reach out to us or view our Undergraduate Admissions FAQs or DACA and Undocumented Students FAQs. If you already hold a bachelor's degree, you may be interested in our Second Bachelor's Degree Admissions Process or Graduate Admission at RIC.

First-Year Student Admissions Process

Are you applying to RIC as a first-year student and want to understand the complete admissions process?

Transfer Student Admissions Process

Are you interested in transferring to RIC and want to understand the complete transfer admissions process?

International Student Admissions Process

Are you an international student interested in applying to RIC and want to understand our international student admissions process?

Are You an Accepted Student or Counselor?

We have important information just for you. Take a look at our Accepted Student To-Dos and our Guidance for Counselors.

Opportunities You Don't Want to Miss!

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Our Alternative Admissions Programs Just for You

It's important to us, as an institution that strives to provide opportunity, to create pathways to RIC admission, enrollment, and success for deserving students that need a bit of additional guidance and assistance. Take a look today!

Helping You Secure Funding

Our Undergraduate Tuition and Fees and Housing and Dining Costs are some of the most affordable around, but we know that securing funding is still a necessity for most students - and we're here to help with that.

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Financial Aid

We assist students and their families in funding educational costs at Rhode Island College. Get the information and help you need to get started.

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Scholarships

Our scholarship offerings change the lives of our students and make their college degree aspirations a reality. Start exploring our scholarships today!

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  • Built for You ✔︎   Small class sizes and personalized learning
  • Built for Opportunity ✔︎   Low tuition and high rate of social mobility 
  • Built for Success ✔︎   High quality academic programs and real world learning
  • Built for the Future ✔︎   In-demand programs for career success
  • Built to Last ✔︎   Prepared students – since 1854

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Meet the Admissions Team

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Office of Undergraduate Admissions

We provide prospective students with information and assistance on the application process, scholarships, financial aid, transfer credits, and more.