Recognized Green College
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ Featured in Princeton Review’s 2026 Guide to Green Colleges
Rankings and Recognitions
Excellence in Education and Experience
96%
of Â鶹ɫÇéƬ graduates find success in employment or graduate school within six months of graduation
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's Bon Appétit DiningÂ鶹ɫÇéƬ School of Law: Recognized for Innovation and Impact
#6
Best Law School for Public Interest from preLaw
LEADER
Bloomberg Law Innovation Leader Law School
#13
Faculty Teaching and Accessibility from Princeton Review’s Best Law Schools
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.
Carnegie Community Engagement Classification Recognition
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.
Nationally Recognized Programs at Â鶹ɫÇéƬ
#59
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ’s Mario J. Gabelli School of Business ranks No. 59 in Career Outcomes in the
Best Regional
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.
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
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ’s John J. King Receives National NASPA Award for Student Affairs Leadership
The Scott Goodnight Award recognizes Â鶹ɫÇéƬ Vice President for Student Life John J. King for sustained excellence and service to the student affairs profession.
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ Renews Designation as Community Engagement Leader
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ is recognized with a second consecutive Carnegie Community Engagement Classification for its commitment to community work and civic scholarship.
From Incarceration to Graduation: One Man’s Academic Journey in and Out of Prison
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Raised in a housing project in Providence, Meko Lincoln got caught up in the 1980s crack cocaine epidemic at a young age. He was charged with cocaine possession, landing in the a
Research Opportunities from Oyster Health to Aquatic Robots Empower Marine Biology Student to Carve His Own Path at Â鶹ɫÇéƬ
From Oklahoma to the ocean, Konnor Collins found his purpose in marine research and campus leadership.
Â鶹ɫÇéƬ Is Preparing the Next Generation of Educators One Coding Lesson at a Time
Through a semester-long partnership with The Croft School in Providence, Â鶹ɫÇéƬ students build confidence and classroom-ready teaching skills while introducing second graders to coding, robotics, and problem-solving.
