Colleges & Universities
Providence is known as an epicenter of higher education, with eight college and university campuses located in the city. This concentration of faculty and students adds energy to the city and makes an enduring impact on the creative and intellectual landscape of the community.
College Graduation Dates 2027
Brown University — May 29, 2027
Bryant University — May 13, 2027
Community College of Rhode Island — May 11, 2027
Johnson & Wales University — May 8, 2027
Naval War College — June 11, 2027
Providence College — May 23, 2027
Rhode Island College — May 13, 2027
Rhode Island School of Design — June 5, 2027
Roger Williams University — May 13, 2027
Salve Regina University — May 16, 2027
University of Rhode Island — May 21-23, 2027
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At Johnson & Wales University, students learn through accredited academic programs that combine rigorous classroom instruction with immersive experiential learning opportunities, preparing them with the knowledge, skills and real-world experience needed to succeed in their professional lives. At Johnson & Wales University, students learn through accredited academic programs that combine rigorous classroom instruction with immersive experiential learning opportunities, preparing them with the knowledge, skills and real-world experience needed to succeed in their professional lives.
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All undergraduate students at RISD take first-year studios in Experimental and Foundation Studies, followed by a major course of study in a specific fine arts or design discipline beginning sophomore year. Rigorous courses in Liberal Arts enrich studio learning.In addition to a bachelor’s degree, here you earn deep disciplinary knowledge, strong critical thinking skills and the agility to problem solve and connect the dots across a wide range of fields. All undergraduate students at RISD take first-year studios in Experimental and Foundation Studies, followed by a major course of study in a specific fine arts or design discipline beginning sophomore year. Rigorous courses in Liberal Arts enrich studio learning.In addition to a bachelor’s degree, here you earn deep disciplinary knowledge, strong critical thinking skills and the agility to problem solve and connect the dots across a wide range of fields.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many colleges and universities are located in Providence, RI?
Providence, RI has eight college and university campuses within the city, making it a major hub for higher education in New England. The primary institutions are Brown University, Johnson & Wales University, Providence College, Rhode Island College, the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), the URI Feinstein Providence Campus, and the Community College of RI.
- Can visitors tour college campuses in Providence, RI?
Yes. Most Providence colleges and universities welcome visitors, not just prospective students, for self-guided walking tours of their campuses. Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design both offer public self-guided tour routes in addition to official admissions tours.
- What is the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) and where is it located?
RISD is a leading visual arts and design college in Providence, RI, founded in 1877, with about 2,200 students. Its RISD Museum is open to the public and offers guided and self-guided visits.
Address: Two College Street, Providence, RI 02903
Phone: 401-454-6100
Website: www.risd.edu
Notable Alumni: Director Gus Van Sant, Seth MacFarlane- What is Rhode Island College and where is it located?
Rhode Island College is a public college in Providence, RI, founded in 1854, known for affordable education and strong performing arts programs.
Address: 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Providence, RI 02908
Phone: 401-456-8000
Website: www.ric.edu
Notable Alumni: Actress Viola Davis- What is Johnson & Wales University and where is it located?
Johnson & Wales University in Providence, RI, was founded in 1914. It is known for hands-on programs in hospitality, business and culinary arts, and for shaping Providence's restaurant scene.
Address: 8 Abbott Park Place, Providence, RI 02903
Phone: 401-598-1000
Website: www.jwu.edu
Notable Alumni: Chefs Emeril Lagasse and Tyler Florence- What is Brown University and where is it located?
Brown University is an Ivy League research university in Providence, RI, founded in 1764 and known for its distinctive open undergraduate curriculum.
Address: 75 Waterman Street, Providence, RI 02912
Phone: 401-863-1000
Notable Alumni: JFK Jr., Laura Linney- What other Colleges & Universities are located in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island is home to several other notable colleges and universities, including:
Bryant University
Smithfield, RI
www.bryant.edu
Community College of Rhode Island
Lincoln, Newport, Providence, Warwick & Westerly, RI
www.ccri.edu
New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich & Warwick, RI
www.neit.edu
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI - Main Campus
Providence, RI - School of Continuing Studies
www.rwu.edu
Salve Regina University
Newport, RI
www.salve.edu
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI - Main Campus
www.uri.edu
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