Rhode Island College, RI
School Type
Public
Acceptance Rate
65%
Tuition
$8,206 in-state
$19,867 out-of-state
Eligibility For Public Schools
Unknown
International Students
N/A
US News Ranking
#146-#187 in Regional Universities North
Scholarships
Endowed Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-28
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 400-510
SAT Writing: 400-500 SAT Critical Reading: 400-520
Description
Individuals, organizations, and endowments provide funds to the College through the Rhode Island College Foundation. The eligibility criteria for these awards vary according to the wishes of each donor. In some cases, financial need is a requirement and award recipients are selected from the pool of financial aid applicants at the College. In other cases, awards are made directly by the academic departments of the College. A listing of these programs is provided in the College Catalog.
Honors Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
$500-$1,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
16-21
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 400-510
SAT Writing: 400-500 SAT Critical Reading: 400-520
Description
Entering freshmen who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement are invited to join the College Honors Program. Honors students are considered for scholarships from the Presidential Scholarship Program, Faculty Honors Scholarship Program and the Rhode Island College Foundation. These scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to students with the highest academic profiles. Awards typically range between $500 and $1,500 per year. Honors scholarships are renewable for up to four years, as long as a student maintains a B average and full-time status. If you are interested in the College Honors Program, remember to indicate this interest on your admissions application form.
Presidential Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
$2,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
1170
Required Act
24
Mid 50 ACT
16-21
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 400-510
SAT Writing: 400-500 SAT Critical Reading: 400-520
Description
Presidential Scholarships of at least $2,000 per year are awarded to entering freshmen for up to four years of study. The scholarships are awarded based on the Admissions application, but awards are considered as part of the financial aid package for recipients who have also applied for financial aid.
Rhode Island College Alumni Association Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
16-21
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 400-510
SAT Writing: 400-500 SAT Critical Reading: 400-520
Description
The Rhode Island College Alumni Association offers a number of scholarships, both merit- and need-based, to new and advanced students. In addition, the association offers several scholarships each year to children and grandchildren of College alumni. An alumni scholarship application is available directly from the Alumni Office.
RIC Scholars Program
Type
Competitive
Amount
$2,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
16-21
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 400-510
SAT Writing: 400-500 SAT Critical Reading: 400-520
Description
RIC Scholars Program provides scholarships of $2,500 to entering freshmen with exceptional financial need and academic promise. These awards require full-time enrollment and may be renewed for up to four years of study based on need and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.
Special Talent Awards
Type
Talent
Amount
$100-$2,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
16-21
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 400-510
SAT Writing: 400-500 SAT Critical Reading: 400-520
Description
Special Talent Awards were established to recognize and encourage students who have exceptional talent or skill in the visual and performing arts, areas of intercollegiate competition (other than athletics), or similar fields. Currently, the College offers Special Talent Awards in the following areas: art, communications, dance, film studies, music, and theatre. While the requirements for these awards vary by department, award competition is open to entering freshmen and transfer students. Awards range from $100 to $2,500. Applicants should contact the academic department or club advisor in their area of interest.
Thomas Chrobak, CCFS®
CERTIFIED COLLEGE FUNDING SPECIALIST®
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