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Roger Williams University is a comprehensive university of 6,500 students across two campuses, with students at any given time studying abroad on six different continents. With undergraduate, graduate, law and continuing studies programs, we strive every day to strengthen society through engaged teaching and learning.

Bristol, RI

We are dedicated to helping you discover what makes you uniquely you. At RWU, it happens not by accident but by design. In the pages ahead, we hope you can begin to imagine the path your future can take by joining our community.

Providence, RI

STUDENT BREAKDOWN

BY SCHOOL 21%

Social & Natural Sciences

8%

Architecture, Art & Historic Preservation

23%

Business

12% Justice Studies

23%

Humanities, Arts & Education

13%

Engineering, Computing & Construction Management

ACADEMICS

The RWU academic experience provides you with a clear sense of self, purpose, and the ability to lead a meaningful life.

The pathway to being happy in your job and your life is never a straight line. You may change majors, switch jobs, even switch careers over the course of your life. With a flexible Core Curriculum and choices among majors and minors, you’ll tailor a personalized degree plan with our advisors that meets your needs. Our educational experience will teach you the habits of curiosity, love of learning, and skills that will give you the resilience you need to lead a meaningful life.

100%of Majors

provide the dynamic curriculum & handson learning that employers look for.

Discussion-based

classes enable close interaction with faculty.

One-of-a-kind cloud technology and state-of-the-art learning environments.

89% of classes

are < 30 students.

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Choosing a college major couldn’t have been simpler for Alexia. Fascinated with physics and math in high school, she grew up watching tons of new construction take shape all around her in Rwanda’s capital city. Through her civil engineering specialization and hands-on projects at RWU, she’s gained the knowledge and experience she needs to help maintain existing infrastructure and help design the cities of tomorrow.

Alexia Byusa ’17 / Kigali, Rwanda / Engineering

PROGRAMS Feinstein College of Arts & Sciences School of Social & Natural Sciences Anthropology + Sociology Aquaculture & Aquarium Science Biology Environmental Science International Relations Marine Biology Mathematics Physical Sciences Politics Psychology Pre-Professional Advising Tracks: Pre-Dentistry Pre-Medical Technology Pre-Medicine Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physicians Assistant Pre-Podiatric Medicine Pre-Veterinary Medicine School of Humanities, Art & Education American Studies Creative Writing Communication Educational Studies Elementary Education English Graphic Design History Modern Languages Performing Arts Philosophy Public Relations Rhetoric & Composition Secondary Education Web Development Writing Studies Visual Arts

Not sure about your major? Enroll â&#x20AC;&#x153;undeclaredâ&#x20AC;? in the school of your choice and work with our faculty and advisors to find (or create) the perfect program for you. Please refer to our website for any new programs that may have been added since date of publication.

Dual Degree Programs: Biology/Pharmacy 3+4 B.S./ Pharm.D. Biochemistry/Pharmacy 3+4 B.S. Pharm.D. Chemistry/Pharmacy 3+4 B.S./ Pharm.D. Mario J. Gabelli School of Business (GSB) Accounting Economics Finance International Business Management Marketing Business Law 3+3 B.S./J.D. Business Administration 4+1 B.S./M.B.A.*

School of Justice Studies (SJS) Criminal Justice Cybersecurity & Networking Forensic Science Legal Studies Security Assurance Studies Criminal Justice 4+1 Program B.S./M.S. Criminal Justice 3+3 Program B.S./J.D. Legal Studies 3+3 Program B.S./J.D. Division of University Studies (DUS) Public Health

School of Architecture, Art & Historic Preservation (SAAHP) Architecture Art & Architectural History Historic Preservation Architecture 4+2 B.S./M.ARCH. Art & Architectural History 4+1 B.A./M.A. Historic Preservation 4+1 B.S./M.S. School of Engineering, Computing & Construction Management (SECCM) Computer Science with specializations in: Digital Systems & Customized Program of Study Construction Management Engineering with specializations in: Civil, Computer, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering & Customized Program of Study

Graduate Programs Masters of Arts Degrees in: Architecture Art & Architectural History Clinical Psychology Forensic Psychology Literacy Education Master of Business Administration Master of Public Administration Master of Science Degrees in: Criminal Justice Cybersecurity Historic Preservation Leadership School of Law Juris Doctor Master of Studies in Law Joint Degree Programs Juris Doctor/Master of Science in: Criminal Justice Cybersecurity Historic Preservation

APPLYING TO RWU HOW TO APPLY From the admission process and throughout your education, we are committed to providing a solid academic and financial foundation so you can forge your path through Roger Williams and meet your personal and professional goals.

Apply online using the Common Application: Visit www.commonapp.org or http://you.rwu.edu/apply Application Deadlines (Fall) Early Action (EA): November 15 Regular Decision (RD): February 1

Test-Optional Policy Submission of standardized test scores is optional for admission to Roger Williams University. On our admission application, students indicate whether or not they wish for their test scores to be considered as a part of our review.

Two Considerations: • The Rhode Island Department of Education requires various testing benchmarks to pursue Elementary or Secondary Education majors. These majors are encouraged to include testing as part of their application so we can review for admission and advise students accordingly.

• International students, for whom English is not the primary language, are encouraged to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores to receive consideration for the best admission pathway for their level of English proficiency: direct admission, the RWU ESL Bridge Program or our conditional admission option.

Special Admission Requirements Notification EA decisions are mailed approximately 4-6 weeks after the deadline in mid-December. For RD students, decisions are reviewed on a continuous (rolling) basis.

The Review Process Roger Williams University performs a holistic review of each applicant, taking into consideration academic preparation along with personal interests and involvement. The University seeks students with a demonstrated capacity for academic achievement, who also possess intellectual curiosity, strength of character and a sense of social responsibility. We welcome applications from prospective first-year students and transfers.

Various academic programs require additional materials in the admission review process: Architecture (portfolio), Creative Writing (portfolio), Dance/Performance Studies (audition), and Visual Arts (portfolio) programs. For a full list of these requirements, please visit us online at: http://you. rwu.edu/requirements.

The University Honors Program Academically talented incoming freshmen may apply to the University Honors Program through the Common Application or online at: honors.rwu.edu. Students interested in Honors are highly encouraged to apply under our EA application deadline to receive full consideration.

RD review will be on a space available basis only.

INVESTING IN YOU A Roger Williams University education is designed to be more affordable than you may think. In 2012, Roger Williams launched the Affordable Excellence initiative which guarantees that full-time students will not see an increase in their tuition over the course of their 4 years at RWU. Compare this to the average annual tuition increase of 3-5% at other schools and you will start to see the value of an RWU degree. We are here to help you explore

all your options and make a solid financial plan to earn your degree. We have increased our financial aid investments over the past five years by adding an additional $52 million in institutional grants and scholarships, and we hire over 1,300 students for jobs on and off campus.

We are committed to working with you to develop a financial pathway to and through the university. We want to make sure that every family feels comfortable and confident in their higher education decision academically, financially, and socially.

2017-2018 COSTS Full-Time Tuition (all majors except Architecture): $31,152 Architecture Tuition: $35,112 Comprehensive Semester Fees: $2,184 Average Room & Board: $15,234 Merit Scholarships Roger Williams University offers institutionally supported merit scholarships, ranging from $4,000 to full tuition. All students are considered for partial merit-based scholarships at the time of admission. Our full-tuition programs and various specialized scholarships require a separate application.

Financial Aid (For U.S. citizens and permanent residents only) RWU has increased its institutional financial aid budget by 50% over the last five years.

Percentage of new students receiving financial aid: 96% Applying for Aid FAFSA Priority Deadline for all students: February 1 Apply online at fafsa.ed.gov RWU FAFSA Code: 003410

A COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY Roger Williams, our namesake, created a new colony of free-thinking individuals early in our country’s history that would later become the state of Rhode Island. But for Rhode Islanders to survive, he knew they needed to work together toward a purpose greater than any one individual. Early colonists learned from each other and from the Narragansett Tribe how to speak each other’s languages, and to see the world from each of their unique community perspectives.

Today, a college experience must be about more than self and must go beyond the learning of facts and figures.

Students must learn to interact with others with confidence and competence. From being a member of a classroom, a team, a club or organization, a residence hall, and your major, all these community experiences invite you to be part of something larger than yourself.

LIFE AT EMBRACING

RWU

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Starting from your first day on campus, RWU exposes you to the importance of connecting with those around you.

• RWU’s largest day of service kicks off the new school year with more than 1,500 students, faculty and staff members volunteering at over 80 local non-profit agencies.

• There are so many clubs and activities here, they can’t all fit in your first week at RWU! Our Weeks of Welcome program is designed to showcase everything you can be part of across campus. You’ll see there’s plenty to do!

• Build your resume while benefitting the local community through our Community Partnerships Center.

Have a club interest that we don’t have?

Start one yourself – new clubs pop up all the time, like Relay for Life/ Colleges Against Cancer, which raised over $41,000 for cancer research in its first year.

• Take easy trips to downtown Bristol (small town), Providence (small city), or Boston (big city) with your new classmates to experience the fun, arts, and opportunities all within an hour of campus.

At RWU, we actively seek students who are ready to challenge themselves and try new things.

Daymar, a Philadelphia native who was first introduced to both horses and polo at age five through an area nonprofit organization, is a prime example. After an initial riding experience that felt far from natural, Daymar challenged himself to stick with it and hone his skills. After years of determination, Daymar has become one of the top collegiate riders in the country and led the inaugural RWU polo team to a national championship in 2017.

Daymar Rosser ’18 / Philadelphia, Pennsylvania / Public Relations

VARSITY SPORTS Baseball (M) Basketball (M,W) Cross Country (M,W) Equestrian (Coed) Field Hockey (W) Golf (M) Lacrosse (M,W)

CLUB SPORTS Polo (M) Rugby (W - new Division III sport in 2018!)

Sailing (Coed) Soccer (M,W) Softball (W) Swimming & Diving (M,W)

Tennis (M,W) Track & Field (M,W) Wrestling (M) Volleyball (W)

Cheerleading (Coed) Crew (Coed) Ice Hockey (M) Lacrosse (M) Rugby (M,W) Ultimate Frisbee (Coed) Volleyball (M) rwuhawks.com

BY DOING

LEARNING

Real-world experiences are designed into every RWU major.

Project-based learning will be a core component of your education - community projects, internships, student teaching, and academic research with faculty are guaranteed opportunities near campus, in Providence, RI and beyond. Further, with study abroad and intern abroad opportunities on every continent but Antarctica, your options will never be limited by geography!

When learning extends outside the classroom, you will hone practical skills, build relationships and strengthen your experience so you are set up for career success. Our distinctive approach to hands-on education connects students with organizations with whom they work directly for a semester or more to solve real problems and implement real solutions.

Elizabeth discovered her passion for combatting infectious diseases through research projects with her professors, and her experience helping families with basic health services on her service trip to El Salvador. Elizabeth is now a fellow at the Centers for Disease Control, pursuing research to discover a universal flu vaccine.

“At Roger Williams University you’re put into positions that take you outside of your comfort zone — not knowing what challenges may arise and having to make decisions on your feet that’s excellent preparation for the real world.”

Elizabeth LeMasters ’10 / Hopatcong, New Jersey / Chemistry

96%

OF GRADUATES

had jobs or were admitted to graduate programs within six months of graduation

MAKING

IT HAPPEN An engaged alumni network that helps students find job opportunities, shares career advice, and provides mentorship.

For example, our Construction Management alumni have helped our graduates achieve 100% job placement before graduation for the past several years in a row.

To us, success is not only about securing a good first job after college. We believe that the life you lead in college must prepare you for life after college.

RWU provides you with the learning to adapt as the world around you changes. We provide the support and experiences in college that are proven to lead to long-term outcomes for college graduates*. Success is about leading a fulfilling life, which means living your passion, reaching your full potential, and making an impact in the world around you.

Dozens of workshops, site visits by employers, and other events –

such as personal branding, career fairs, resume building, and mock interviews – will prepare you for everything you need in your job search and help set you up for career success.

Access to hundreds of internship and full-time job opportunities, both paid and for-credit across all of our majors.

* The Gallup-Purdue study on the Undergraduate Experience highlights the experiential and deep learning needed to ensure a great career and leading a great life. See: http://www.gallup.com/poll/168848/life-college-matters-life-college.aspx

One Old Ferry Road Bristol, RI 02809-2921 USA

SEE FOR YOURSELF! Nothing is better than visiting our waterfront campus to get a feel for the place and the people that set Roger Williams apart.

WE HAVE A RANGE OF WAYS TO SHOW YOU AROUND: • • • •

Campus Tours and Info Sessions Six Days per Week Open House Events Featuring Customized Workshops Personalized “Shadow” Visits Available Virtual Tour - Online 360-degree Panoramic Tour

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Roger Williams University and Roger Williams University School of Law do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis in admission to, access to, employment in, and treatment in its programs and activities.

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