Tour Campus Virtually
Feel free to explore our campus online in either English or Spanish before you visit.
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Connect With Us
We want to get to know you and for you to get to know us!
We offer a variety of experiences to connect with our campus community and the Office of Admission. Our in-person and virtual offerings are dynamic and designed to provide our visitors with an in-depth look at the RWU experience and give you a sense of what it's like to be an RWU Hawk. We are adding experiences and sessions as we are able to, so please check back frequently, or contact us if you don’t see something that will work for you.
We want to make sure visitors are aware of any roadwork that may impact arrival/travel time. Check this page for Travel Notices.
In-Person Visit Experiences
Tour our campus to discover what makes Roger Williams University distinctive.
Information Session and Student-Led Tour: We offer weekday information sessions followed by campus tours on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 2 p.m., and Tuesdays and Thursdays by request. Weekend visits are also available on Saturdays (information session and campus tour) and Sunday (tour only). During popular vacation weeks, we offer expanded tours. Call 401-254-3500 or email visit@rwu.edu to request an alternative visit arrangement.
Virtual Visit Experiences
Virtual Visits
Our virtual opportunities include a 30-minute virtual information session or specialty session and a separate 60-minute virtual tour with a student tour guide narrating the experience live.
- Virtual Information Sessions: Select weekdays at 3 and 5 p.m.
- Virtual Campus Tours with a Tour Guide: Select weekdays at 4 and 6 p.m.
Spring Open House
Save the date! We are excited to offer a Spring Open House on Sunday April 13, 2025. This event is planned to provide you and your guests with a thorough, yet customizable visit experience. So, whether it's your first time visiting or your fourth, you can get exactly what you need out of the day.
RWU Near You
Roger Williams University representatives visit high schools and organizations across the United States and world. We encourage you to check our upcoming in-person and virtual events at a location near you.
Counselor and Group Visits
Counselor Visits: We welcome visits from high school and independent counselors. Reserve your spot for a 30 minute admission information session, followed by a 60-90 minute student-led walking tour of the campus.
Group Visits: Are you looking for ways to keep students engaged, mix up content, and get them out of the classroom? We hope you'll explore our Group Visit programs. We tailor each and every visit to ensure the best possible experience. Request a date/time that works best for your group (we'll do our best to accommodate). If you would like to include a special topic presentation, lunch in our dining hall, or another visit component, please include this in the additional information section at the end of the form.
Take a 360 Virtual Tour
At RWU, location matters! Take a virtual tour of our beautiful waterfront campus and immerse yourself in the vibrant, diverse, and engaging environment from the comfort of your own home. Discover our academic buildings, student amenities, and iconic landmarks as you navigate through our virtual tour.
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Safe, Beautiful Bristol, Our Hometown
Love where you live! Bristol, RI, is ranked the #1 safest college town in the country by safewise.com, and recognized by Architectural Digest as one of the top small towns to visit in the United States. Learn more about Bristol, Rhode Island, and all the town and community has to offer.
First-Year Housing Video Tour
Check out housing options for first-year students with Danny DiCamillo, Assistant Director of Residence Life.
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Fellowships recognize commitment to science communication and addressing issues of diversity and inclusion in scientific outreach.
Roger Williams University President Establishes the Miaoulis Women in Engineering Scholarship
President Ioannis Miaoulis honors his granddaughters and supports students majoring in engineering.
Celebrating Excellence: Students Honor Professors for Going Above and Beyond
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RWU’s Wellness Street Fair Wins NASPA Program of the Year Award
The Roger Wellness Student Street Fair at RWU has been honored with the NASPA Rhode Island Program of the Year Award, recognizing its innovative and impactful approach to student well-being and campus engagement.
Art On Exhibition: Student Photographer Breathes New Life Into Forgotten Objects
Taking inspiration from his love of abandoned places and neglected items, senior Christian Calabro has exhibited his work of overlooked moments at shows around the region.
