The Perfect Location!
RWU’s location in Rhode Island puts us in the heart of New England, a historic area of the country that also includes Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.
Close access to all types of settings:
- Beaches and lakes for water sports
- Nature parks and trails for hiking and biking
- Major cities with vibrant cultures, and tons to explore
- Providence, at about 30 minutes northwest of the Bristol campus, and Boston, about an hour north, are the closest major cities
- New York City is approximately 3.5 hours south, and accessible directly via bus, train, and air
Comprehensive University
RWU has around 7,000 total students, approximately 3,820 of whom are full-time undergraduates on our primarily residential, suburban campus in Bristol. Our education is centered around hands-on learning in which students engage in experiential, real-world projects done in conjunction with community partners. With 50 majors and more than 70 minors, we have the right program to fit your passion and prepare you for success!
Scholarships Available
98% of students receive scholarships and/or need-based financial aid. All students are considered for up to $21,000 in annual merit-based aid. Other scholarships and awards are available.
Easy Travel to Campus
Many direct and connecting flights are available to and from Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport and Logan International Airport in Boston, MA. Plus, we offer a $1,500 Travel Grant for students outside of the U.S. Northeast to assist with costs associated with traveling!
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We want to get to know you and for you to get to know us! We offer a variety of visit experiences, both in-person and virtually. Join us to see more about our campus and hear from staff, faculty and RWU students about their experiences.
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Our Safe Hometown
Bristol is also ranked as one of the safest college towns in the country by safewise.com. In 2019, Bristol was also ranked as one of the top 25 best small towns in America by Architectural Digest.