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The RWU Difference
Roger Williams University is a top-ranked university in Rhode Island, offering juris doctorate, graduate, and undergraduate degrees. Located in a safe, coastal environment, RWU provides a dynamic educational experience by creating powerful combinations of academic excellence with real-world opportunities. The university is committed to preparing students for successful careers in a competitive and adaptable workforce.
Making an Impact
Celebrate Commencement with the Class of 2025
Join us in honoring RWU’s graduates. Explore event schedules, accessibility resources, livestream information, and everything you need to celebrate Commencement 2025.
Innovating The Blue Economy
Our academic expertise in marine science and innovation with shellfish aquaculture, ports and shipping, marine trades and defense, and marine and coastal law helps strengthen our communities, coastal economies, and the environment.
RWU President Establishes Engineering Scholarship
As part of our commitment to STEM education, Roger Williams University is announcing the Ioannis Miaoulis Women in Engineering Scholarship, aimed at supporting students pursuing an engineering degree at RWU.
Facts at a Glance
- 96%
of RWU Class of 2023Secured post-graduate opportunities of a job placement or grad school within 6 months.*
- 30%First Generation Students
- Only 1
Rhode Island's Only Law SchoolRWU School of Law enjoys undivided attention from the state bench and bar
- 70+Clubs
Plus 24 Varsity Division III Sports
- 98%
Receive Financial AidRWU has increased its institutional financial aid undergraduate budget by over 50% in the last five years.
- 12+Masters and Certificate programs
RWU News
Degrees of Determination: How RWU Extension School Launched the Next Stage of Her Career
Monica Shepard will receive her bachelor’s in Psychology and serve as RWU Extension School marshal at the 2025 Commencement ceremony.
Accelerated Educational Path: RWU Extension School Enables One-Year Bachelor Degree
After multiple starts and stops, Maegan Tikiryan finds the right fit at RWU EXT and now heads to law school.
From Startup to Standout: Marketing and Management Double Major Builds Thriving Businesses, Wins Pitch Awards
With support from the RWU community, senior Alyssa Fournier scaled her jewelry brand, launched a subscription-based retail platform, and won top honors at state pitch contests.
From the Dominican Republic to RWU: A Journey in Sustainable Architecture
Daniel Romero Rodriguez found a place to design with heart, history, and sustainability at RWU.
Balancing Service And College: Army Veteran And Police Officer Graduates With Honors From RWU EXT
Michael Cifuentes balances fatherhood, full-time police work, and entrepreneurship while earning a Criminal Justice degree.
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