The University of Rhode Island
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 76%
Average High School GPA: 3.59
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1080-1270
ACT Range: 23-30
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 13,600
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $15,880
Out-of-State Tuition: $34,362
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Kingston, Rhode Island
Setting: Rural
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 30°F (-1°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 73°F (23°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 49 inches (1,245mm)
Nearest Airport: T.F. Green Airport (PVD) — Approximately 25 miles (30-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram:@universityofri
Swim team instagram: @rhodyswimdive
Twitter:@universityofri
Facebook:University of Rhode Island
LinkedIn:University of Rhode Island
YouTube:universityOfRI
TikTok: @Universtiy of Rhode Island
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Tootell Aquatic Center
2024-25 Men’s Team Roster: N/A
Head Coach: Lilli Falconer Deering
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #10 in Atlantic 10
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U.S. News College Rankings
#152 in National Universities (tie)
#81 in Top Public Schools (tie)
#139 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
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Forbes Top Colleges
#315 Top Colleges 2025
#148 In Public Colleges
#205 In Research Universities
#111 In The Northeast
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B
Academics: B
Diversity: A-
Athletics: A-
Professors: B+
Dorms: C
Student Life: B+
Value: B
Campus: C+
Party Scene: A
Location: B+
Campus Food: B-
Safety: A-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #279 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #187 of 1,332
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