Our Northeast Neighbors 40% Tuition Discount
With our Northeast Neighbors discount, applicants from MA, CT, ME, NH, VT, NY, NJ and parts of PA can attend Â鶹Դ´ at a 40% discount.
Graduate Admissions
Come and study with authors, researchers and specialists who bring the excitement of their professional experiences to the classroom and to mentorship. Advanced degrees from Â鶹Դ´ mean quality, value and options. Have questions about applying – we have answers.
Choose one of our 25+ graduate degree programs, a bachelor's to masters program, or an individualized graduate program. Easily understand the benefits of a Â鶹Դ´ advanced degree program and the requirements needed to be accepted to each program
Admissions Requirements Common to All Graduate Programs
There are some basic admissions requirements that are common to all graduate degree programs, that all graduate applicants must meet.
Program-Specific Admissions Requirements
In addition to the admissions requirements that are common to all graduate programs, some programs may have additional requirements and may involve an interview.
Tuition and Fees
Our Graduate Tuition and Fees and our Housing and Dining Costs are some of the most accessible around. Take a look today!
Helping You Secure Funding
Though we work hard to ensure that our costs are as accessible as possible, we know that securing funding for your graduate studies is essential. We'll get you to the right resources.
Financial Aid
We assist students in funding educational costs at Â鶹Դ´. Get the information and help you need to get started.
Scholarships
Our scholarship offerings change the lives of our students and make their advanced degree aspirations a reality. Start exploring our scholarships today!
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Apply for Graduate Admission
Graduate applications are completed online. To begin the process, you will sign up for an account with CollegeNET. Once you have an account you will be able to apply and monitor the status of your application.
How We Review Your Application
When your application has been completed, with all the recommendations, transcripts and other required information, the graduate committee in the program will review the application. (This may take 2–4 weeks, depending on the time of the year.) All applicants will receive notification from the Dean of the School when a determination has been made.
Questions?
We'd be happy to answer them! Please reach out to us.
The Â鶹Դ´ Graduate Degree Advantage
Graduate Study at Â鶹Դ´ means numerous benefits – like the nearly 40 graduate assistantship positions available to students just for the Fall 2025 semester.
89%
of faculty hold terminal degrees in their fields.
$300M
More than $300 million has been invested in campus upgrades & renovations in the past 5 years.
Contact Us
Office of Graduate Studies
We support our students, mostly working professionals, as they manage career, family, and graduate school. We offer one of the most affordable master’s degrees in the Northeast, creating pathways to new professional options and career advancement.
- emailgraduatestudies@ric.edu
- phone401-456-4645
- placeRoberts Hall 307