Roger Williams University is an independent Liberal Arts University that combines the unique strengths of small liberal arts colleges and those of larger comprehensive universities and where liberal and professional education are enhanced by their integration and the recognition of their unity.
At the foundation of the institution is a set of core values that play a central role in guiding a respectful, diverse, and intellectually vibrant university community:
-Love of learning as an intrinsic value
-Preparation for careers and future study
-Collaboration of students and faculty in research
-Commitment to community service
-Appreciation of global perspectives
Admission Considerations:
Secondary school GPA (Required), Secondary school rank (Recommended), Secondary school record (Required), Completion of college-prepatory program (Required), Recommendations (Required), Formal demonstration of competencies (Recommended), Admission test scores (Required)
Test Scores (2006) :
25th Percentile
75th Percentile
SAT Critical Reading
490
570
SAT Math
510
600
SAT Writing
ACT Composite
21
25
ACT English
ACT Math
Notes:
25th Percentile = 25% of students scored at or below
75th Percentile = 25% of students scored above
Tuition and Fees :
Undergraduate Academic Year Cost:
2005-2006
2006-2007
2007-2008
Tuition and fees
$21,840
$23,040
$25,942
Books and supplies
$700
$900
$900
Room and board (on campus)
$10,034
$10,422
$11,240
Room and board (off campus)
$3,014
$3,164
$3,340
Financial Aid Information:
Financial Aid Office Phone: (401) 254-3100
Percentage of students receiving any financial aid: 75%
Average amount of types of financial aid received from:
Federal Grants: $3,636
State/Local Grants: $953
Institutional Grants: $9,182
Student Loans: $3,000
