Rhode Island Public Colleges

There are 3 public colleges and universities in Rhode Island enrolling 35,640 students. Explore the list below to find the public college match for you. Public college tend to be larger in size and more affordable than private schools when attended by students with Rhode Island state residency.  Rhode Island is home to popular public schools like University of Rhode Island.

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Rhode Island Public 4 Year 2 Year

  • Public 4 Year
  • Kingston, RI
  • 4.0 | 7 reviews
  • Feb 1 application deadline

URI is a public university known for undergraduate oceanography, marine science, and pharmacy. The main campus sits in the college town of Kingston in southern Rhode Island.

#1 Best Public Universities in Rhode Island 6/10 Overall Rating
  • SAT Range 1020-1280
  • Avg GPA 3.58
  • Acceptance Rate 72%
  • Net Price $24,118
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  • Public 4 Year
  • Providence, RI
  • 2.5 | 2 reviews
  • Mar 15 application deadline

Rhode Island College is a public college known for undergraduate teacher education, nursing, and social work. The campus sits in a residential area on the north side of Providence.

#2 Best Public Universities in Rhode Island 4/10 Overall Rating
  • SAT Range 870-1120
  • Predicted Avg GPA 3.08
  • Acceptance Rate 92%
  • Net Price $10,346
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Community College of Rhode Island Campus
 

  • Public 2 Year
  • Warwick, RI
  • | 0 reviews

CCRI is a public community college known for undergraduate nursing and allied health programs. The Warwick campus is one of several sites serving students across Rhode Island.

  • SAT Range -
  • Avg GPA NA
  • Acceptance Rate 100%
  • Net Price $6,475
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