
Recognized Green College
ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ Featured in Princeton Review’s 2026 Guide to Green Colleges

of ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ graduates find success in employment or graduate school within six months of graduation
At ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´, our rankings and accolades demonstrate our strong commitment to real-world learning, student success, and inclusive excellence. From national honors to top regional distinctions, ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ 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.
of undergraduate students are the first in their families to attend college.
is awarded annually in financial aid to students.
of pro bono legal services were provided by law students at the School of Law.

ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ was ranked No. 21 in America and No. 2 in Rhode Island on Niche’s 2026 Best College Food list. ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ 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.
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Best Law School for Public Interest from preLaw

Bloomberg Law Innovation Leader Law School
Faculty Teaching and Accessibility from Princeton Review’s Best Law Schools

ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ 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 Recognition4/5 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 ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ provides four-year scholarships, paid internships and professional development for underrepresented students in engineering and construction management majors.
ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ is a member of the Scholars at Risk Network, which works to protect scholars and promote academic freedom worldwide.

ÍúÍú×ÊԴ’s Mario J. Gabelli School of Business ranks No. 59 in Career Outcomes in the

ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ was named one of the .

Bristol, R.I., Ranked #1 Safest Town in Rhode Island by .

ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ was named to the

STARS Bronze rating in recognition of our sustainability achievements from the .

The ​ recognized ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ as having one of the Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs.

ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ Featured in Princeton Review’s 2026 Guide to Green Colleges

#19 Online Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity 2024 Fortune

Leading Engineering Programs 2024 recognized by ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´week

Alexander Castro’s award-winning reporting on the RIBridges data breach highlights the power of curiosity, persistence, and the ethical journalism values he developed at ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´.

With goals of fostering identity-affirming relationships, equity, belonging, and shared leadership, the Kinship Collaborative has reshaped what mentorship looks like.

Alumni share career insights and advice, showing students how hands-on experiences at ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ translate into real-world success.

Enthusiasm and familiar faces filled ÍúÍú×ÊԴ’s Bristol campus as more than 450 families, students, and alumni gathered for a weekend of connection.

Lecture bridges journalism and justice studies, highlighting ÍúÍú×ÊԴ’s interdisciplinary approach to teaching critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving in complex criminal investigations.