Plus, we'd love to meet you!
Visiting gives you a feel for what life is like as an RWU Hawk. You’ll get an inside look at our campus community and connect with people who make this place special.
Come see for yourself what makes Roger Williams University special. You’ll experience our campus in a more relaxed summer setting, giving you the chance to explore our facilities, residence halls, and waterfront campus at your own pace while imagining what life at RWU will be like during the academic year.
Information Session and Student-Led Tour: Join us weekdays at 9 am, 11:30 am, or 2 pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. We can also arrange Tuesday and Thursday visits by request. Weekend visits are available most Saturdays at 9 am, 11 am, and 1 pm, and Sundays at 10 am, 12 pm, and 2 pm (NOTE: Sunday visits only include a campus tour).
At Roger Williams University's Fall Open House, you'll connect with faculty, explore our 70+ academic majors and minors, and experience all that RWU has to offer. Meet with campus offices, attend special presentations, and hear firsthand from current students about life on campus. Take a student-led tour of our beautiful waterfront campus, enjoy the crisp New England fall scenery, and see why so many students choose to call RWU home. It's the perfect way to experience campus in one of the most beautiful seasons of the year.
Join us for an exciting day dedicated to all things STEM at Roger Williams University! Whether you're passionate about engineering, biology, forensic science, or other STEM fields, this event is designed to help you dive deeper into our academic offerings and envision your future at RWU.
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.
Make the most of your visit to Roger Williams University! Check out our Summer Visit Itinerary for recommendations on things to do in Bristol, Newport, and Providence, plus local restaurants, waterfront attractions, and other must-see spots to help you plan the perfect day.
Plan your visit with our directions, maps, parking, and travel information.
Can't make it to Bristol? We'll bring campus to you! Same RWU energy, zero travel time required. Whether you're across the country or just want a sneak peek before you visit in-person, our virtual experience give you the real RWU story.
Jump into a live session where you can ask all your burning questions. Get the inside scoop on academics, social life, and why students love it here.
Mondays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 3:30 Eastern Time
Take a real-time walk around campus with one of our awesome student tour guides. They'll show you everything from the waterfront views to the late-night study spots, plus answer all those questions you're dying to ask.
Mondays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Take a virtual tour of RWU's 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.
Breathtaking ocean views, a safe historic college town, and hands-on learning on Mount Hope Bay. Watch Julia share her experience living and learning at RWU.
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.
Are you looking for ways to keep students engaged, mix up content, and get them out of the classroom? We tailor each visit to ensure the best possible experience. 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.
BRISTOL, R.I. – What lives beneath the waters off the Rhode Island coastline and around Block Island? Roger Williams University Marine Biology alumna Grace Baldwin ’26 spent her summer helping
The Promoting Police Leadership Act aims to close a gap in how police commanders are prepared to lead, building on more than two decades of leadership training at RWU.
Through the Blue Fellows Program, two RWU students gained hands-on research experience at the Gulf Shellfish Institute while studying hard clam survival, growth, and aquaculture.
RWU expands its academic offerings with new programs and pathways designed to meet evolving workforce needs and help students advance from undergraduate study to graduate education.
More than 1,000 new students begin their Roger Williams University journey by reflecting on who they are, who they hope to become, and the community they will help shape.
