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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
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 1Rhode Island's Only Law School
RWU School of Law enjoys undivided attention from the state bench and bar
- 70+Clubs
Plus 24 Varsity Division III Sports
- 98%Receive Financial Aid
RWU has increased its institutional financial aid undergraduate budget by over 50% in the last five years.
- 12+Masters and Certificate programs
RWU News
ROGER WILLIAMS UNIVERSITY AND ATLANTIC SHARK INSTITUTE PARTNER ON SHARK RESEARCH AND INTERNSHIPS
BRISTOL, R.I. – Roger Williams University (RWU), a leader in marine science, and the Atlantic Shark Institute (ASI), the region’s premier shark research organization, announce a partnership to
Journalism Alumna Wins Emmy for Reporting on Deadly Law Enforcement Attack
Regional Emmy recognizes excellence in local television news.
RWU Students Gain Exclusive Real Estate Industry Insights Through NYC Externship
Through the Cummings Institute for Real Estate, three dozen students gained invaluable industry exposure and networking opportunities, helping to shape their future careers in real estate.
From Art to Entrepreneurship, RWU Alum Turns Wedding Photography into a Thriving Business
Combining her artistic talent and entrepreneurial skills developed at RWU, Mae Bogosian ’23 has crafted a successful wedding photography career that flourishes through mentorship, community support, and creative passion.
Inaugural Blue@RWU Symposium Showcases Blue Tech Solutions to Global Ocean Challenges
Faculty, staff, and students share their marine science and engineering research efforts aimed at driving sustainability and innovation in the Blue Economy.
Social Media
🎥 Video credit: Bryce Riccitelli ‘25, Vice President of @realestate_rwu. 🏗️✨
Upon their return, the young designers created projects to showcase the theme of friendship and international relations between the two countries, which they presented at the Japan-America Society of Rhode Island’s Black Ships Festival in August.
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Since 2013, RWU EXT has partnered with the Reentry Campus Program, empowering 117 individuals to earn professional certifications and degrees. As RWU EXT’s first prison education initiative, this program has become the longest-running and most impactful of its kind in the state.
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