What type of student are you?
International Student:
Non-U.S. Citizen/Permanent Resident Student who requires a visa to study in the United States (non-immigrant students); an international student may be either a Freshman or a Transfer student.
Freshman Student:
First-year college student; student who has not taken any college/university courses after completing secondary school (high school). College/university courses taken while in high school do not affect this status.
Transfer Student:
Student that has taken any college/university course(s) after graduating from secondary school (high school).
Deadlines
Early Decision
Early Decision Deadline is November 1st!
The Early Decision Program is designed for students who have decided that Roger Williams University is their first choice. Candidates for early decision must agree to submit an early decision application only to Roger Williams University until the University makes a decision. Applicants affirm that Roger Williams University is their only early decision application and sign a statement to that fact.
The University recognizes this commitment by offering students admitted under early decision the additional benefits of receiving preference for merit-based financial aid as well as housing assignments. Applications for financial aid are provided upon request. Early decision candidates should file for financial aid at the time they file their admissions application.
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Early Action
Early Action Deadline is November 15th!
The Early Action Program is for those students who are prepared to apply to college early in the senior year and who wish to receive their decision earlier than those applying regular decision.
Regular Admission Decision
Regular Admission Decision Deadline is February 1st!
Regular Admission Decision is our final program under which to apply for admission. All applications and supporting materials must be received by February 1 for consideration.
Checklist - All Applicants
Below you will find all the steps to complete an application for full-time undergraduate admission to RWU.
Application:
Please fill out the application completely, legibly, and without using abbreviations.
Email:
It is very important that you provide us with an active email. If your email changes after you submit your application, please contact us. We will continue to keep in touch with you, through the application process, via email. This is our primary method of communicating with international students!
Major:
Indicate your intended major. Check only one major unless you are interested in Education or Legal Studies. (Both programs have a double-major requirement.) If you would like to double-major, you may declare a second major after you have enrolled at RWU. If you do not select a major, you will be considered for Undeclared Arts and Sciences.
Essay:
Submit a 250-500 word essay on a topic of your choice.
Secondary School (high school) Transcript (scholastic records):
Submit your most recent official transcript.
English Translations:
If your transcript is not in English, please provide word-for-word English translations. These translations do not need to be official, but they do need to be literal.
SAT or ACT scores:
Students attending a U.S. school, or an American International school outside the U.S., are required to submit SAT/ACT scores. (CEEB #3729)
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores:
RWU does not require the TOEFL. However, if you have taken the TOEFL, please submit these scores.
Advanced Placement/International Baccalaureate Results (if applicable):
Submit official results.
Letter of Recommendation:
Submit at least one letter from a school (secondary/college/ university) official.
Program-Specific Materials:
- Architecture and Visual Arts Studies
Applicants must submit an 8-12 piece portfolio of two- and three- dimensional work showing evidence of creative ability. The portfolio should consist of a simple 8-1/2" x 11" folder containing reproductions of original design projects recently executed. This work may be reduced or photographed. The University will not return portfolios.
- Dance
Applicants must schedule an audition or submit a performance video.
- Graphic Design
Applicants must submit an 8-12 piece on slides, CD, or samples. The University will not return portfolios.
Non-Refundable Application Fee of $50:
Submit a check payable to Roger Williams University.
All applicants are considered for merit-based scholarships through their admission application; no separate application is required.
Additional Steps for International Students Only:
Financial Statement:
Submit documentation showing financial support for the annual costs of study (tuition, fees, and living expenses). This information is NOT needed to make an admission decision and may be submitted after acceptance and after the student has decided to enroll at RWU. This information is required to issue the I-20 form. Proof of financial support can be submitted by completing official bank statements/certificates or by completing the RWU International Student Financial Statement.
Your Name:
Write your name on the application exactly as it appears on your passport, as it is important that all your immigration documents match.
Your Address:
Enter a non-U.S. address in Permanent or Current Address. We are required by U.S. immigration law to track a permanent foreign address.
Dates:
Keep in mind that in the U.S. we write dates as "month/day/year."
Additional Steps for Transfer Students Only
College/University Transcripts (scholastic records):
Submit your most recent transcript(s) from every college/university you have attended. You may submit (or may be required to submit) a mid-semester grade report.
Secondary School (high school) Transcript (scholastic records):
If you have not completed (or will not have completed, prior to enrolling) an associate degree or higher at the time you are applying, you are required to submit your secondary school transcript. This requirement may be waived at the discretion of the Office of Undergraduate Admission.
SAT or ACT Scores:
Transfer Students with an associate degree or higher and Transfer Students that graduated from secondary school (high school) over 5 years ago do NOT need to submit SAT/ACT scores. (Also, students who attended a non-U.S. or non-American International secondary school are not required to submit SAT/ACT scores.)
English Translations:
If your transcript is not in English, please provide word-for-word English translations. These translations do not need to be official but they do need to be literal.
Transfer Credit Evaluation:
Submit copies of course descriptions or syllabi of all courses you have taken. To receive a Transfer Credit Evaluation for your courses from a non-U.S. institution also submit a check or money order in the amount of $160 payable to Roger Williams University for an "external" evaluation of your credit.\
Send Application, $50 Application Fee, and all Supporting Documents to:
Office of Undergraduate Admission
Roger Williams University
One Old Ferry Road
Bristol, RI 02809-2921
401.254.3500
1.800.458.7144 ext. 3500
intadmit@rwu.edu