Experience RWU
A Hands-on, Personalized Learning Experience
- UG
Undergraduate
A residential degree experience in Bristol, RI that prepares graduates for success.
Majors and Minors - GR
Graduate
Master’s and certificate programs available on campus and online.
Graduate Programs - Law
School of Law
A rigorous, personalized and marketable legal education in Bristol and Providence, R.I.
JD and MSL Programs - UC
University College
Certificates, training, and flexible degree options in Providence and online.
University College Programs
Making an Impact
Accepted Students
Welcome to the RWU community. You've worked hard and earned your acceptance!
Learn more on how to secure your spot for Fall 2024.
Congratulations, Class of 2024!
We invite graduates and their guests to visit the RWU Commencement 2024 web page for information on the ceremony and related events.
Innovating the Blue Economy
Our academic expertise in marine science, shellfish aquaculture, ports and shipping, marine trades and defense, and marine and coastal law helps make our communities, coastal economies, and the environment stronger and more resilient.
FACTS AT A GLANCE
- 96%of RWU Class of 2023
secured post-graduate opportunities of a job placement or grad school within 6 months.*
- 2 RI Campuses
On the water in Bristol and in the heart of RI's capital, Providence, serving students from Undergraduate, Graduate, Law, & University College.
- 15:1
Undergraduate Student/Faculty Ratio
- 98% Receive Financial Aid
RWU has increased its institutional financial aid undergraduate budget by over 50% in the last five years.
- 70+Clubs
Plus 24 Varsity Sports to meet every interest
- 12+ Masters and Certificate programs
We offer Graduate programs on campus and online with several accelerated options for Undergraduate students
- Only 1
RWU School of Law is RI’s only Law School for undivided attention from the state bench and bar
- Flexible & Convenient
University College offers a variety of educational opportunities and methods for career enhancement
Recent News
Convocation Ceremony Celebrates Class of 2028 and Transfer Students
RWU community welcomes 925 new first-year students and 85 new transfer students; university leaders encourage them to dive into hands-on learning and community engagement opportunities.
RWU Researchers Join Sen. Reed to Advocate for Strategy and Action to Curb Microplastic Pollution
Associate Professor of Engineering Lillian Jeznach spoke about her research on microplastic contaminants in Narragansett Bay and the benefits of a new Environmental Engineering and Science Lab, made possible with funding secured by Reed.
RWU Launches Don P. and Elaine M. Hayden Scholarships for Trades Education
Funded by a $250,000 grant from the Hayden Foundation, the scholarships will provide full financial support for students enrolled in RWU’s trades programs and help address a critical labor shortage in the state of Rhode Island.
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Talking in the Library with Margot Livesey
Rogers Free Library