Roger Williams University is a leading liberal arts university featuring education for the professions.We are located situated on 143 picturesque, waterfront acres in historic Bristol, Rhode Island. Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, RWU draws 3,650 full-time undergraduates from 41 states and 55 nations worldwide, who each benefit from an attentive, mentoring faculty. At Roger Williams University, we encourage our students to learn and prepare to successfully engage in the world as global citizen scholars. There are 41 programs offered in the liberal arts and sciences, architecture, business, education, engineering and justice studies. A unique General Education Curriculum gives students a transdiciplinary foundation on which to build their academic success. Extensive study abroad programs, a variety of extracurricular activities and athletics, and community-involvement opportunities all contribute to making Roger Williams University a rewarding experience in learning.
| Basic Information |
| Institution Type |
Private |
| School Size |
Medium (2,000 - 15,000 students) |
| Setting |
Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation |
No Preference or affiliation |
| Student Body |
| Acceptance Rate |
50% - 75%
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| Out of State Students |
75% - 100%
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| Single Sex or Co-ed? |
Co-educational
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| Underrepresented Students |
5% - 10%
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| Accomodations for Students with Disabilities |
Services for the learning disabled
Services for students with speech and communication disorders
Services for the visually impaired
Wheelchair access
Services for the hearing impaired
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| Athletics |
Division III Teams
Intercollegiate Programs
Intramural Programs
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| Applying to Roger Williams University |
| Average High School GPA |
3.2
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| Average SAT: Mathematics |
550
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| Average SAT: Critical Reading |
540
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| Average SAT: Writing |
540
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| Average ACT Composite |
24
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| Required Test |
Either the SAT or the ACT is required.
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| Essay |
Required
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| Interview |
Not Required
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| Financial Information |
| In-state Tuition |
$25,000 - $29,999 |
| Out-of-state Tuition |
$25,000 - $29,999 |
| Academic Information |
| Degrees |
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Professional Certification
Masters
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| Specific Programs |
Double Major
Student employment services
English as a Second Language
Study abroad
Honors Program
Teacher certification
Independent Study
Work-study program
Internships
Liberal arts/career combination
Research Opportunities
Accelerated Study
ROTC
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| Open Houses |
| Event Name |
Open House |
| Web Site |
http://www.rwu.edu/admission/visit/plan/tours/openhouse/ |
| Dates |
Sunday September 26, 2010 |
| Description |
9:00am - 1:00pm - Take student-led tours of our waterfront campus.
- Meet with faculty and Deans from your area of academic interest.
- Learn more about athletic programs and extracurricular activities at RWU.
- Enjoy lunch on the Common with current students and faculty.
- Attend information sessions on Admission, Financial Aid and the University Honors Program.
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| Application Process |
Register online: http://www.rwu.edu/sites/admission/visit/register/openhouse/default.aspx |
| Contact |
Amanda Marsili, Coordinator of Outreach Programs
Phone: 4012543500
Email: amarsili@rwu.edu |
| Event Name |
Open House |
| Web Site |
http://rwu.edu/admission/ |
| Dates |
Sunday September 26, 2010 |
| Description |
9:00am - 1:00pm - Take student-led tours of our waterfront campus.
- Meet with faculty and Deans from your area of academic interest.
- Learn more about athletic programs and extracurricular activities at RWU.
- Enjoy lunch on the Common with current students and faculty.
- Attend information sessions on Admission, Financial Aid and the University Honors Program.
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| Application Process |
Register online: http://rwu.edu/admission/ |
| Contact |
Don Mays, Assoc Director Admissions, Coordinator Multicultural Recruitment
Phone: 4012543764
Email: dmays@rwu.edu |
| Event Name |
Open House |
| Web Site |
http://www.rwu.edu/admission/visit/plan/tours/openhouse/ |
| Dates |
Sunday November 14, 2010 |
| Description |
9:00am - 1:00pm - Take student-led tours of our waterfront campus.
- Meet with faculty and Deans from your area of academic interest.
- Learn more about athletic programs and extracurricular activities at RWU.
- Enjoy lunch on the Common with current students and faculty.
- Attend information sessions on Admission, Financial Aid and the University Honors Program.
|
| Application Process |
Register online: http://www.rwu.edu/sites/admission/visit/register/openhouse/default.aspx |
| Contact |
Amanda Marsili, Coordinator of Outreach Programs
Phone: 4012543500
Email: amarsili@rwu.edu |
| Event Name |
Open House |
| Web Site |
http://rwu.edu/admission/ |
| Dates |
Sunday November 14, 2010 |
| Description |
9:00am - 1:00pm - Take student-led tours of our waterfront campus.
- Meet with faculty and Deans from your area of academic interest.
- Learn more about athletic programs and extracurricular activities at RWU.
- Enjoy lunch on the Common with current students and faculty.
- Attend information sessions on Admission, Financial Aid and the University Honors Program.
|
| Application Process |
Register online: http://rwu.edu/admission/ |
| Contact |
Don Mays, Assoc Director Admissions, Coordinator Multicultural Recruitment
Phone: 4012543764
Email: dmays@rwu.edu |
| Scholarships |
| Scholarship Name |
RWU Venture Scholarship |
| Web Site |
http://www.rwu.edu |
| Application Deadline |
Tuesday February 1, 2011 |
| Description |
Roger Williams University is committed to supporting students who have achieved excellence in their studies. Roger Williams University is pleased to be able to offer a $10,000 scholarship to students selected as Venture Scholars. This scholarship is designed to recognize excellence in the study of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Student who qualify are urged to contact the Office of Admission for further information. |
| Application Process |
Submit Common Application and supplement to Roger Williams University by 2/1/2011. Please provide proof of Venture Scholars Program membership. |
| Contact |
Mr. Don Mays, Associate Director of Admissions
Phone: 4012543500
Email: dmays@rwu.edu |
| Fee Waivers |
| Fee Waiver Name |
Venture Scholar Fee Waiver |
| Web Site |
|
| Application Deadline |
No Deadline |
| Description |
Application Fee Waivers are available to Venture Scholars by contacting Don Mays. |
| Application Process |
Apply online at CommonApp.org |
| Contact |
Don Mays, Associate Director of Admissions
Phone: 4012543500
Email: dmays@rwu.edu |
| Early Admission |
| Early Admission Name |
Early Action Admission |
| Web Site |
http://www.rwu.edu/admission/visit |
| Application Deadline |
Monday November 1, 2010 |
| Description |
Early Action Deadline = November 1 Regular Decision Deadline = February 1 |
| Application Process |
www.commonapp.org or www.rwu.edu/admission |
| Contact |
Don Mays, Associate Director of Admissions
Phone: 4012543500
Email: dmays@rwu.edu |
