3 schools · Rhode Island
Paralegal programs in Rhode Island
3 schools in Rhode Island offer paralegal programs (1 of them public), with 3 certificate and 2 associate programs between them.
All paralegal programs in Rhode Island
Sorted by earnings one year after graduation. Click a heading to sort; tuition is the school's yearly tuition and fees (2025-26), in-state for public schools.
| School | Type | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt | School tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roger Williams UniversityBristol, RI | Private college | Associate degree | 13 | $47,841 | $51,534 | n/a | $45,978 |
| Community College of Rhode IslandWarwick, RI | Community college | Certificate | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $5,868 |
| Community College of Rhode IslandWarwick, RI | Community college | Associate degree | 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $5,868 |
| Providence CollegeProvidence, RI | Private college | Certificate | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $65,960 |
| Roger Williams UniversityBristol, RI | Private college | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $45,978 |
Cities with the most programs: Bristol (1), Warwick (1), Providence (1).
What counts: legal support services, including paralegals and legal assistants.
Frequently asked questions
How many paralegal programs are in Rhode Island?
3 schools in Rhode Island awarded paralegal certificates or associate degrees recently, according to the U.S. Department of Education: 3 certificate and 2 associate programs.
Which paralegal program in Rhode Island has the highest earnings?
Roger Williams University in Bristol, where associate degree graduates earned a median of $47,841 one year after finishing (programs with at least 5 graduates).
What is the cheapest paralegal school in Rhode Island?
By yearly tuition and fees, Community College of Rhode Island in Warwick charges $5,868 (2025-26, in-state). Program fees, tools and licensing exams can add to that, so ask the school.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.