Big Thinking

That's what today's world needs, and that's what you'll find at the University of Rhode Island.

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The University of Rhode Island is a diverse and dynamic community whose members are connected by a common quest for knowledge.

As a major research university defined by innovation and big thinking, URI offers its undergraduate, graduate, and professional students distinctive educational opportunities designed to meet the global challenges of today’s world and the rapidly evolving needs of tomorrow. That’s why we’re here.

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Location

You are always close to a beach in Rhode Island, and when the city calls, Boston and New York are a drive away.

Where We Are

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Visit URI

Come to see us! Learn about our academic programs and tour our beautiful, historic campus.

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Quadcams

See what's going on at our Kingston and Narragansett Bay campuses with our live cams.

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320Buildings on four campuses

18.6%Tenured faculty identify as people of color

76Nations represented in our student body

52%Students are RI residents

University of Rhode Island President Marc B. Parlange and Provost Barbara Wolfe at the 2023 Fall Commencement ceremony.

University Leadership

Meet the President and Senior Leadership, and learn about their vision for the ongoing growth and success of URI.

Office of the President

President's Report

See how URI is making an impact around the globe through highlights and stories from the past year.

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Economic Impact

Discover how URI's educational, research, outreach, and development programs contribute to the wellbeing of Rhode Island.

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History

Grounded in a rich and proud history, URI's Kingston campus core is on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Land Acknowledgment

Recognizing and paying tribute to the people who lived on and stewarded the land on which the University now resides.

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