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The RWU Difference
Roger Williams University is a top-ranked university in Rhode Island, offering juris doctorate, graduate, and undergraduate degrees. Located in a safe, coastal environment, RWU provides a dynamic educational experience by creating powerful combinations of academic excellence with real-world opportunities. The university is committed to preparing students for successful careers in a competitive and adaptable workforce.
Making an Impact
Innovating The Blue Economy
Our academic expertise in marine science and innovation with shellfish aquaculture, ports and shipping, marine trades and defense, and marine and coastal law helps strengthen our communities, coastal economies, and the environment.
Scholarships Available for Spring Start
There are great reasons why starting at RWU mid-year can be ideal for you. We offer many opportunities for merit scholarships and need-based financial aid for spring applicants.
U.S. Sailing Champs Surpass The Ivy Leagues
RWU came out on top against teams from Harvard University, Yale University, and Brown University at the Inter-Collegiate Sailing Association Open Team Race National Championship.
Facts at a Glance
- 96%
of RWU Class of 2023secured post-graduate opportunities of a job placement or grad school within 6 months.*
- 30%First Generation Students
- 15:1
Undergraduate Student/Faculty Ratio
- 70+Clubs
Plus 24 Varsity Division III Sports
- 98%Receive Financial Aid
RWU has increased its institutional financial aid undergraduate budget by over 50% in the last five years.
- 12+Masters and Certificate programs
RWU News
RWU Invests in Dynamic, Renovated and Modernized Academic Spaces on Bristol Campus
With funding from the university, donor gifts, and federal earmarks, students from diverse academic disciplines will benefit from new classrooms, labs, and studio spaces.
Calling All Aspiring Investigators: RWU Forensic Science Camp Offers Hands-On Crime Scene Investigation
At the week-long camp, high school students immersed themselves in the lives of forensic scientists, analyzing fingerprints, footprints, blood splatter, and crime scenes.
RWU and CVS Health Celebrate 10th Anniversary of Executive Learning Series for Diverse Suppliers
The longstanding partnership between RWU and CVS Health has driven success and innovation for diverse entrepreneurs and business leaders nationwide.
RWU Adds Varsity Men’s Ice Hockey, Women’s Ice Hockey, and Women’s Golf Programs
Three new varsity athletics programs to debut over 2025-26 and 2026-27 academic years.
Marine Biology, Chemistry Undergrads Collaborate to Publish Pioneering Research on Marine Aquarium Trade Practices
Through work on real-world research, “RWU excels at providing meaningful engagement, and our students' publications are a testament to that commitment,” said Andrew Rhyne, Professor of Marine Biology.
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Upcoming Events
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Talking in the Library with Margot Livesey
Rogers Free Library - ThuOct17
Talking in the Library with Scott Busby
University Library — Mary Tefft White Cultural Center
