Rhode Island College

If you want to apply to Rhode Island College, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is March 15 and the application fee costs $50.

Rhode Island College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Rhode Island College's admissions stats.

Rhode Island College 2022	Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	21%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	0%
Waitlist	No

Rhode Island College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Rhode Island College.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	March 1	––

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Considering Applying Early to Rhode Island College?

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Rhode Island College may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Rhode Island College directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Rhode Island College Admissions

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Transferring to Rhode Island College

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Rhode Island College

Rhode Island College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Rhode Island College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Rhode Island College

Curious about the factors that are considered by Rhode Island College during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Rhode Island College for more information on admission factors.

Rhode Island College 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Rhode Island College, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Rhode Island College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)		3
Interview			√
Transcript(S) of College Record
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Other Requirements	√			1 letter from a guidance counselor
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Rhode Island College?

Rhode Island College has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Rhode Island College looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Rhode Island College is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 21% of Rhode Island College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 0% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Rhode Island College?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Rhode Island College students scored 530 or higher and 75% of students scored 450 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Rhode Island College students scored 560 or higher, and 75% scored a 450 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Rhode Island College?

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More Information on Transferring to Rhode Island College

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Rhode Island College.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Rhode Island College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Rhode Island College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Rhode Island College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Rhode Island College.

Does Rhode Island College accept transfer credits?

✅ Rhode Island College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Rhode Island College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does Rhode Island College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Rhode Island College does not accept International Baccalaureate credits but does accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Rhode Island College?

❌ No, Rhode Island College is test optional, so you can choose if you want to to submit your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Rhode Island College's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Rhode Island College is 85%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Rhode Island College?

🟨 Rhode Island College may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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