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A rigorous, personalized and marketable legal education in Bristol and Providence, R.I.
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Certificates, training, and flexible degree options in Providence and online.
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50 Years in Bristol
An important milestone
On Sept. 29, RWU marked the 50-year anniversary of the first opening day on our Bristol Campus. We’ve launched a year-long celebration to honor our half century in Bristol and invite you to share your images and memories using #RWUBristol50 or email us at stories@rwu.edu.
Explore RWU's history in Bristol
As part of our year-long ’50 Years in Bristol’ celebration, we’ve launched a special website showcasing key moments in the evolution of RWU’s Bristol Campus. Explore a half-century of history in our timeline and photos, hear from faculty and alumni, share your own stories, and more.
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
Applied Math Majors Win Awards for Innovative Research
Senior applied math majors Abigail Smalls and Cole Foster won Most Outstanding Poster awards at the Joint Mathematics Meeting In Denver, Colorado this January.
Architecture Professor, Students and RI Audubon Society Construct Art with Ecological Purpose
Leonard Yui, assistant professor of architecture, and his students collaborated with Scott Ruhren, senior director of conservation at the Audubon Society of Rhode Island to create an environmentally conscious art installation at the Touisset Marsh Wildlife Refuge in Warren.
Students and Police Officers Connect Over Hiring Processes and Perspectives
Students from RWU’s School of Justice Studies met with local police chiefs and officers to discuss their perspectives on current issues affecting the police force.
Upcoming Events
View all Events- WedFeb26
Black Life and Representation: A Series of Talks with Dr. Ajuan Mance
School of Engineering 124, Mary Tefft White Cultural Center - SatApr4
- ThuApr16
Talking in the Library: Robert Pinsky
Mary Tefft White Cultural Center
What's happening at RWU
New Session Start on March 4th at UC
University College is offering a new 10-week session, with classes March 4 through May 13, 2020. There is no better time than now to begin working on a degree path, or finish a path you started, or take a course to advance in your career.
Success After Graduation
Our outcomes rate for 2019 graduates is well-above the national average for job or graduate school placement within six months of graduation.
Speakers Bureau
The RWU Speakers Bureau connects subject-matter experts from the Roger Williams community with high schools, organizations, clubs, and community centers that can benefit from a tailored presentation or workshop.
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.
Announcing SECCM Labs
Learn about the future hub of hands-on learning for engineering, computing and construction management.
RWU First Amendment Blog
In Rhode Island, it's more like "Sunshine: Weak"
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.