Top Rated Rhode Island Public Colleges

These are the top ranked public four-year colleges in Rhode Island as ranked by CollegeSimply. Leading the rankings for 2027 as the best public college in Rhode Island is University of Rhode Island. Learn how the Best Colleges rankings are calculated on our ranking methodology page.

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University of Rhode Island Campus

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  • 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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Rhode Island College Campus

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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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