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University of Rhode Island: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

University of Rhode Island admits about 72.2% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1020–1280 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 19–27 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 72.2%
SAT range 1020-1280
Net price $22,469
Graduation rate 72.3%

University of Rhode Island At a Glance

LocationKingston, Rhode Island
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment13,381
Acceptance Rate72.2%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)520-650
SAT Range (Math)500-630
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)1020-1280
Average SAT (Combined)1160
ACT RangeNot reported
Average Net Price$22,469/yr
Tuition (In-State)$17,476/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$38,398/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate72.3%
Full-Time Retention Rate83.6%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$73,439
Median Debt at Completion$20,500

How University of Rhode Island Compares

University of Rhode Island is more selective than about 62% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 13,381 students, it is larger than about 40% of the 265 schools in this list.

Similar Colleges

University of North Texas Denton, TX — 72% acceptance University of Memphis Memphis, TN — 72% acceptance University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, MD — 72% acceptance Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX — 73% acceptance James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA — 72% acceptance Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA — 73% acceptance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is University of Rhode Island's acceptance rate?

University of Rhode Island's acceptance rate is about 72.2%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for University of Rhode Island?

Admitted students at University of Rhode Island typically report a combined SAT score between 1020 and 1280 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does University of Rhode Island require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check University of Rhode Island's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of University of Rhode Island?

The average net price reported for University of Rhode Island is $22,469 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also University of Rhode Island's official site.