University of Rhode Island

Rhode Island (Northeast) · 15,000 undergrads · ~37 avg class size · 17:1 student-faculty · $15,000/yr sticker

public Tier 5

Land-grant on Narragansett Bay. Strong oceanography, pharmacy, nursing. Beachside campus.

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Stats below are CDS-based estimates from recent admissions cycles. Verify on the school's official site before making application decisions.

78.0%

most recent reported cycle

3.5–3.92

middle 50% of admitted students (unweighted)

1110–1290

middle 50% admitted SAT score

23–28

middle 50% admitted ACT score

Real career pipelines from this school, based on alumni outcomes and recruiting patterns.

Defense contracting via Rhode Island's naval presence and Raytheon proximity in Massachusetts
Life sciences manufacturing in Providence corridor; solid mid-tier biotech pipeline
Financial services in Boston; URI grads compete but not top recruiting target
Healthcare administration through Brown's medical ecosystem; nursing and PA programs stronger locally
Hospitality and tourism management via Cape Cod and Newport seasonal economy

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