Roger Williams University

Roger Williams University, commonly known as RWU, is an American liberal arts university. RWU is located in Bristol, Rhode Island. This private university, established in 1956 sits on 120 acres. RWC offers post graduate and master’s degrees. The schools and colleges of the university include:

• Feinstein College of Arts and Sciences
• Gabelli School of Business
• School of Architecture, Art and Historic Preservation
• School of Education
• School of Engineering, Computing and Construction Management
• School of Justice Studies

There is a wide range of student clubs and organizations at the university including the Student Senate, the Accounting Club, the Graphic Design Club, the German Club and the Stage Company. The students also maintain a literary magazine, a radio station and a newspaper called the Hawk’s Herald.

Roger Williams University Highlights

Where Roger Williams University stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in architecture and planning, security and law enforcement, media, therapy and counseling, and drama and performing arts.
• High faculty salary.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.
• Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
• Large number of students.
• High male/female ratio.
• Large number of programs of study offered.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Study abroad option
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available
• ROTC

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Students

The student enrollment at Roger Williams University was 4,586 in 2007 (4,182 full-time equivalent).

About 50% of the freshmen class in 2007 was male and women were 50% of the class.

Undergrads are 95% of enrolled students and graduate students are 5%.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: Roger Williams University participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

Roger Williams University provides on-campus housing for 2,957 of its 4,182 (full-time) students (as of 2007).

Roger Williams University Admissions (2007)

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