Roger Williams University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Bristol, Rhode Island with 3,946 undergraduates. It admits 88% of applicants, costs an average of $37,645 a year after grants and graduates 67% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Roger Williams University acceptance rate and admissions
Roger Williams University admitted 88% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 580 to 660, math 560 to 650). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Roger Williams University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Feb 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $55 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Roger Williams University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Roger Williams University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $45,978 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $17,656 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $66,939 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $37,645 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $37,645 a year after grants and scholarships, $29,294 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Roger Williams University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Roger Williams University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 67% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $77,127 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 32% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Roger Williams University majors and what graduates earn
Roger Williams University awarded bachelor's degrees in 61 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($98,701).
All 61 majors at Roger Williams University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Roger Williams University
10 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 10 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural Sciences and Technology | Master's | 38 | $61,695 | $66,007 |
| Business administration | Master's | 30 | $64,601 | $37,504 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 26 | $63,262 | $77,819 |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 22 | $54,329 | $39,148 |
| IT and network administration | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 9 | $52,693 | n/a |
| Public administration | Master's | 9 | $74,854 | n/a |
| Historic Preservation and Conservation | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Legal Professions and Studies, Other | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Roger Williams University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralegal | Associate degree | 13 | $47,841 | $51,534 | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 3,946 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 52% women, 48% men
- 10 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Roger Williams University?
Roger Williams University admitted 88% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Roger Williams University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $45,978. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $37,645 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Roger Williams University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 580 to 660 in reading and writing and 560 to 650 in math, and 24 to 29 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Roger Williams University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Roger Williams University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Roger Williams University?
67% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Roger Williams University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $77,127 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.