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Explore RWU This Summer
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
Future Plans of 2025 RWU Graduates
Discover the new opportunities that lie ahead for our graduates after RWU. As the Class of 2025 receives their diplomas, they are enthusiastic about the bright futures ahead of them and the exciting transition into the next phase of their lives.
Spotlight on the Class of 2025
Meet this year’s graduates and explore their stories of growth, success, and hands-on learning as they reflect on their RWU journey and what comes next.
Get ahead or catch up this summer at RWU!
Explore a wide range of flexible, online summer courses designed to fit your schedule and help you stay on track toward your academic goals. There’s no better time to invest in your future.
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
- Only 1Rhode Island's Only Law School
RWU School of Law enjoys undivided attention from the state bench and bar
- 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
Roger Williams University Extension School Confers Degrees to 12 Graduates from the Rhode Island Department of Corrections
The May 20 graduation is the first degree-conferring ceremony for the Prison Education Program, which is part of an expanded partnership between RWU EXT and the RIDOC.
Hawk Pride in Full Flight at 2025 Reunion Weekend
Hundreds of alumni returned to campus for Roger Williams University’s most attended Alumni & Reunion Hawk Weekend in years to celebrate connection and community.
Vaughn J. Crichlow Joins RWU as Dean of School of Justice Studies
As the new dean, Crichlow will forge relationships and develop a unified vision for SJS that supports and empowers students.
Roger Williams University Extension School Educators Recognized for Outstanding Academic Contributions
CTE instructor Susan Votto and Adjunct Writing Professor Marian Fattore received RWU EXT awards celebrating their commitment to student success.
Communities of Hope Selected for National Solutions Journalism Challenge
Roger Williams University has been awarded a $7,500 grant from the Solutions Journalism Network to expand civic media and train the next generation of journalists.
Social Media
Cheers to #RWU2025! Check out our link in bio to recap the day!
