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Find your path and discover your passion.
Undergraduate
A residential degree experience in Bristol, RI that prepares graduates for success.
Majors and MinorsGraduate
Master’s and certificate programs available on campus and online.
Graduate ProgramsSchool of Law
A rigorous, personalized and marketable legal education in Bristol and Providence, R.I.
JD and MSL ProgramsUniversity College
Certificates, training, dual enrollment and flexible degree starter and completion options in Providence and online.
Find Your Pathway
The RWU Difference
Experiential Learning
Learning outside the classroom helps you hone practical skills, build relationships, reflect on your experience and grow, so you are set up for success.
Affordable Excellence
We are committed to addressing the critical issues of cost, debt and jobs head on. Our initiatives to control cost, keep tuition stable, and enhance the value of a Roger Williams education set us apart.
Facts at a glance
- 6,500Students
Undergraduate, Graduate, Law, University College
2 campusesOne on the water in Bristol, RI and one in the heart of RI’s Capital city, Providence
- 15:1
Undergraduate Student/Faculty Ratio
96% Receive Financial AidRWU has increased its institutional financial aid undergraduate budget by over 50% in the last five years.
- 70+Clubs
Plus 24 Varsity Sports to meet every interest
12+ Masters and Certificate programsWe offer Graduate programs on campus and online with several accelerated options for Undergraduate students
- Only 1
RWU School of Law is RI’s only Law School for undivided attention from the state bench and bar
Flexible & ConvenientUniversity College offers a variety of educational opportunities and methods for career enhancement
Recent News
Latino Policy Institute at RWU Selects Marcela Betancur as New Director
Betancur brings experience in housing, education, civil liberties and workforce development to a role that “has never been more needed."
Roger Williams University Receives $100,000 from FM Global for SECCM Labs Project
The gift will fund a Fluid Mechanics Lab, equipped with wind tunnels, pipe and valve flow testing model, hydraulic flume and more.
RWU’s University College and Acopia Harvest International Launching Educational Programs in Hydroponics
Hydroponics, the art and science of growing plants in water, is an expanding industry and effective learning tool in STEMM areas.
Upcoming Events
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Graduate Open House
Bristol Campus - WedJan9
What's happening at RWU
Announcing SECCM Labs
Learn about the future hub of hands-on learning for engineering, computing and construction management.
RWU First Amendment Blog
Recognizing the free press in the crosshairs across the globe
UC Open House
Whether you are starting, changing or interested in advancing your career, we invite you to join us at one of our Open House Nights on Dec. 5, Dec. 12 or Jan. 9.
RWU in the Media
Stay up to date on the latest ways that RWU is making news as it strives to build the university the world needs now.
Standardized Test Optional Policy
RWU is now among the 870+ standardized test optional colleges.
RWU Social Hub
Keep up with your Hawks and check the Social Media Directory to follow more.
Remembering President Farish
Celebrating his life, legacy and vision for Roger Williams University.