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Best Regional University North by U.S. News & World Report
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96%
of Â鶹ɫÇéƬ graduates find success in employment or graduate school within six months of graduation
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Â鶹ɫÇéƬ's Commitment to Excellence
At Â鶹ɫÇéƬ, our rankings and accolades demonstrate our strong commitment to real-world learning, student success, and inclusive excellence. From national honors to top regional distinctions, Â鶹ɫÇéƬ continues to be recognized as a university of choice—where students engage in hands-on experiences and achieve greater heights in their careers and lives. Discover how our programs, values, and community members are making a positive impact and gaining recognition nationwide.
27.6%
of undergraduate students are the first in their families to attend college.
$78 million
is awarded annually in financial aid to students.
19,694 hours
of pro bono legal services were provided by law students at the School of Law.
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ Offers A Top College Food Experience
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ was ranked No. 21 in America and No. 2 in Rhode Island on Niche’s 2026 Best College Food list. Â鶹ɫÇéƬ students returned this fall to a refreshed Upper Commons, following a summer-long $2 million renovation project designed to expand dining options, highlight sustainability, and enhance the student experience.
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ School of Law: Recognized for Innovation and Impact
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Top Law School for Social Justice by The National Jurist 2026
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Top School for Public Service from preLaw 2025-2026
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Top School for Environmental Law from preLaw
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Justice & Opportunity Honors for Law Schools Expanding Opportunity from preLaw
#13
Faculty Teaching and Accessibility from Princeton Review’s Best Law Schools
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Best Schools for Social Justice from preLaw 2025-2026
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ’s Official Carnegie Classifications
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ received recognition in 2022 as a Research College and University, a classification that recognizes non-doctoral colleges and universities with significant research activity. Roger Williams is one of only two institutions in RI with this classification.
Nationally Recognized Programs at Â鶹ɫÇéƬ
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Â鶹ɫÇéƬ’s Mario J. Gabelli School of Business ranks No. 48 in Academic Experience in the
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Â鶹ɫÇéƬ was named one of the .
Best USA
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ was named one of 's Best Colleges USA 2026.
Best in the U.S.
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ was named to the
BRONZE
STARS Bronze rating in recognition of our sustainability achievements from the .
Best Engineering
The ​ recognized Â鶹ɫÇéƬ as having one of the Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs.
Safety First
Bristol, R.I., was ranked the #1 Safest Town in Rhode Island by . In 2022, Bristol was ranked the #1 Safest College Town in America by .
Bristol was also ranked the #3 Safest College Town in America for 2026 by .
Leading with Purpose, Inclusion, and Service
4/5 Stars on the Campus Pride Index for support and inclusivity of the LGBTQIA+ student community.
Home of the , part of the Environmental Protection Agency’s National Estuaries Program dedicated to protecting and improving the region’s watersheds and coastal environment.
Shawmut Scholar Program at Â鶹ɫÇéƬ provides four-year scholarships, paid internships and professional development for underrepresented students in engineering and construction management majors.
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ is a member of the Scholars at Risk Network, which works to protect scholars and promote academic freedom worldwide.
Recognized Green College
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ Featured in Princeton Review’s 2026 Guide to Green Colleges
Top Online Master’s Degree
#19 Online Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity 2024 Fortune
Leading Engineering Programs 2024
Leading Engineering Programs 2024 recognized by Newsweek
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ News
Ghana Supporters Make Â鶹ɫÇéƬ Their Home Base During the 2026 FIFA World Cup
A group of supporters from Ghana stayed on Â鶹ɫÇéƬ’s Bristol campus as Rhode Island served as Ghana’s home base during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ Students Discover a Different Way of Learning While Studying Abroad in Australia
BRISTOL, R.I. – Before Â鶹ɫÇéƬ students traveled to Australia for a study abroad experience, they were asked to think differently about learning. Instead of giving every student the
Making a World of Difference: Students Honor Six Professors Who Inspire Learning Beyond the Classroom
The Professor of the Semester Award honors six faculty members for their outstanding teaching and mentorship, with 80 student nominations highlighting their dedication to student success.
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ Preservation Students Help Preserve Fall River’s History
BRISTOL, R.I. – For the past three years, Â鶹ɫÇéƬ preservation students have been helping preserve pieces of history in Fall River, Mass. The project reflects Roger Williams
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ Names Dr. Paul Geisler as New Dean of the School of Social and Natural Sciences
Geisler to create new opportunities for students, faculty, and community partners through collaborative leadership, strategic perspective, and a commitment to academic excellence.
