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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 ProgramsSchool of Continuing Studies
Certificates, training and flexible degree completion options in Providence and online.
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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, Continuing Studies
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 & ConvenientSchool of Continuing Studies offers a variety of educational opportunities and methods for career enhancement
Recent News
RWU Microbiologist Publishes Book on Cell-to-Cell Communication
Avelina Espinosa co-authors work on kin discrimination and recognition in unicellular organisms.
RWU Graduate Wins Tony Award as a Producer of “The Band’s Visit”
Charlie Stone, a principal in Evamere Entertainment, graduated in 2007 with a degree in communications and theater.
School of Architecture, Art & Historic Preservation Receives National Award for Creating Paid Internships Program for Students
Award recognizes how RWU SAAHP built an innovative program to connect students with paid, real-world internships.
Upcoming Events
View all Events- FriJun22
The Barn Summer Playhouse: "Down the Mountain and Across the Stream"
Performing Arts Center (The Barn) - SatJun23
The Barn Summer Playhouse: "Down the Mountain and Across the Stream"
Performing Arts Center (The Barn) - MonJul30
BBQ By the Bay
Bristol Campus
What's happening at RWU
A President's Take: Donald J. Farish
When Facts and Ideology Collide
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.
Congratulations to the Class of 2018
Read about the Class of 2018’s Commencement and accomplishments.
RWU First Amendment Blog
Masterpiece Cakeshop Ruling: No Constitutional Right to Discriminate (For 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.
Graduate Open House
Join us in Bristol on June 2, 2018 and in Providence on April 11, 2018.