About
About Roger Williams University
Roger Williams University is a private university in Bristol, RI, known for its highly accessible admissions, masters level programs, and small private university. With an acceptance rate of 91%, RWU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,074 students each year. RWU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1120–1270, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. RWU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $18,651 per year; the sticker price of $57,617 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
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Financial Aid & Cost
What Roger Williams University actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Est. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$58k/yr | $29.8k |
| 30k-48k | ~$58k/yr | $30.1k |
| 48k-75k | ~$58k/yr | $33.6k |
| 75k-110k | ~$58k/yr | $37.3k |
| 110k+ | ~$58k/yr | $40.8k |
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