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2026-27 cycleBristol, RI

Roger Williams University

Roger Williams University is a private university located along Mount Hope Bay in Bristol, Rhode Island. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs across diverse fields such as architecture, marine biology, and legal studies. The university emphasizes an inclusive community of citizen scholars and flexible hands-on learning opportunities.

Acceptance rate

88%

Test policy

Test optional

Application fee

$55

Application deadlines

RoundDeadline
Early ActionEarly Action DeadlineNovember 15, 2026
ScholarshipHonors Program & Priority Scholarship ConsiderationNovember 15, 2026
Regular DecisionRegular Decision DeadlineFebruary 1, 2027
TransferFall Transfer Priority DeadlineApril 1, 2027

Supplemental essay prompts

OptionalDiversity and Community500 words

Roger Williams University is an open, accepting and affirming community of citizen scholars. We stand firmly committed to creating a campus that is diverse and inclusive as well as welcoming to and accepting of all people regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ability, socio-economic class, age or spirituality. We reflect this in our many programs, initiatives, organizations, and clubs throughout the university, ranging from our undergraduate programs to the School of Law. In what ways do you believe your distinctive experiences and background would positively impact and enrich our university community?

Data gathered August 2026.