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Take a tour of campus
Tour our campus to discover what makes Roger Williams University distinctive. Your visit experience includes an Admission Information Session provided by an admission team member and a student-led tour.
Virtual Visit Opportunities
Not able to visit? No worries! In addition to a number of on-demand sessions, we also offer live virtual opportunities daily. This is your chance to interact with RWU students and staff to find out more about the RWU experience!
Transfer Visit Opportunities
Learn more about our transfer-specific opportunities including our Transfer Tuesdays!
Hear From Students
Our students are passionate about being here. Hear what they love most and why they chose RWU.
Powerful Combinations
"Being able to combine passions and programs allows me to explore interests and tailor my experience to make me more marketable after graduation ." – Brendan Serenson, Business Management, Class of 2023
Student Access, Success, and Equity
“There are plenty of ways to get involved and find your people and place on campus.” – Dom Emmanual, Legal Studies & Cultural Studies, Class of 2023
Our Hometown Bristol, RI
“Going to college in a coastal community isn't something many people can say.” – Julia Harrington, Forensic Biology, Class of 2024
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Join our mailing list to learn more about RWU and keep up-to-date with our application deadlines, visit opportunities and exciting news from campus!
Meet Your Admission Counselor!
Our admission team is here to help you at every stage of the college admission process. Your dedicated admission counselor can answer any of your questions - from the little things to your bigger questions. Your admission counselor can also help put you in touch with other resources across the university, including athletics and academic support services. We look forward to getting to know you and your family!
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College Admission Tips and Advice
Powerful Combinations
Powerful Combinations are the intentional pairing of academic programs – double major, major + minor(s), and also the pairing of classroom-based learning with dynamic real-world learning, that creates a distinctive and valuable experience for RWU students.
Avoid These Mistakes When Asking for Recommendations
Knowing how these letters are used helps you select the right people to write your recommendations. Here are eight pieces of critical advice when asking for this valuable component of your college application.
How to Do College Visits in 2021
Is it possible to choose the right college without ever seeing it in person? In this new virtual reality, there are great ways to do an effective college search without stepping foot on a campus. RWU offers a range of informative virtual resources.
Don’t Stress – College Admission Offices Understand
Many of the “traditional” activities involved with the college search and admission process have been affected by the pandemic. We know you have a lot on your mind, so let’s tackle each one.
5 Reasons It May Be Time to Transfer
Coming to terms with the reality that your college choice may not be working out the way you imagined is not easy. In fact, nationally 37% of students will transfer colleges at least once in pursuit of their degree. So, how do you know if it’s time to transfer?