Academic Index Last updated: June 12, 2026

5 Best Universities in Rhode Island

Discover the top 5 universities in Rhode Island with our comprehensive academic index. The algorithmic evaluation processed 36.8K scholarly outputs and 1M peer-reviewed citations, mapping the region's total research impact. Factoring in the global influence of 16.2K notable graduates, this index isolates true institutional success beyond traditional prestige.

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Providence

Providence College

#240 in United States #271 in North America

51% Acceptance

4,236 Enrollment

1320 Avg SAT

1917 Founded

2

Bristol, RI

Roger Williams University

#634 in United States #693 in North America

88% Acceptance

4,038 Enrollment

1225 Avg SAT

1956 Founded

3

Providence

Johnson & Wales University – Providence

#765 in United States #833 in North America

88% Acceptance

6,230 Enrollment

1025 Avg SAT

1914 Founded

4

East Greenwich

New England Institute of Technology

#1499 in United States #1585 in North America

67% Acceptance

1,796 Enrollment

1940 Founded

$36,947 Net Price

5

Providence

Johnson & Wales University – Online

#2176 in United States #2275 in North America

91% Acceptance

2,209 Enrollment

$19,798 Net Price