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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.

RWU President Establishes Engineering Scholarship
As part of our commitment to STEM education, Roger Williams University is announcing the Ioannis Miaoulis Women in Engineering Scholarship, aimed at supporting students pursuing an engineering degree at RWU.
Facts at a Glance
- 96%of RWU Class of 2023
Secured 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
MBA Students Gain Real-World Consulting Experience Through Innovative Shawmut Partnership
Through an immersive consulting project with Shawmut Design and Construction, GSB graduate students tackled real business challenges, gaining industry experience beyond the classroom.
RWU Alum Derek Dandurand Shapes the Future of Historic Landmarks
As Director of Historic Preservation for Shawmut Design and Construction, Derek Dandurand ’11, M’14 leverages his education and mentorship to transform historic landmarks and drive innovation in the field.
Threads of Inspiration: RWU First-Year Students Weave Storytelling Through Collaborative Quilt Design
First Year Seminar reinforced students’ interest in their chosen field and equipped them with the ability to express themselves creatively.
Lee Selected for Prestigious North Star Collective Faculty Fellowship
The Assistant Professor of Construction Management wants to pave the way for a more diverse faculty and student population within the field while furthering her research in project delivery and construction mental health concerns.
RWU Convenes Public Health Experts, Community Leaders for Cannabis Awareness Symposium
Roger Williams University partnered with the East Bay Regional Coalition on a thought-provoking discussion focused on fostering solutions around the impact of cannabis use among young adults.
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🎥 Video credit: Bryce Riccitelli ‘25, Vice President of @realestate_rwu. 🏗️✨

Upon their return, the young designers created projects to showcase the theme of friendship and international relations between the two countries, which they presented at the Japan-America Society of Rhode Island’s Black Ships Festival in August.
Tap the link in our bio to check out some of their incredible work! 🇯🇵

Since 2013, RWU EXT has partnered with the Reentry Campus Program, empowering 117 individuals to earn professional certifications and degrees. As RWU EXT’s first prison education initiative, this program has become the longest-running and most impactful of its kind in the state.
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