by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee figures for Rhode Island College, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
For the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Rhode Island College were $11,300 per year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $27,299. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Of that total, required fees came to $1,535 in-state and $1,535 out-of-state; the rest is tuition itself.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,765 | $25,764 |
| Fees | $1,535 | $1,535 |
| Total | $11,300 | $27,299 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. These costs are the full sticker price.
How much will Rhode Island College charge if you go part time? Check the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For perspective, here is how Rhode Island College costs compare against other schools. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In RI | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Inexpensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Inexpensive | Expensive |
Relative to the national field, Rhode Island College is about average on cost.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Review the Rhode Island College Financial Aid page for details.
The table below shows how tuition at Rhode Island College has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $9,277 | $24,475 |
| Two Years Ago | $9,481 | $25,014 |
| One Year Ago | $9,481 | $25,014 |
| Most Recent Year | $9,765 | $25,764 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at RIC has moved over recent reported years.
Most recently, out-of-state tuition moved up 3.0%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $28,117 for the coming year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
On average, in-state tuition and fees climbed each year by about 1.84%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $11,507. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 1.78%, so a year out the out-of-state figure lands around $27,783.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $11,507 | $27,783 |
| In 2 Years | $11,718 | $28,276 |
| In 3 Years | $11,933 | $28,778 |
| In 4 Years | $12,152 | $29,289 |
| In 5 Years | $12,375 | $29,809 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $114,126, or about $47,310 for in-state students.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
For details on financial aid availability at Rhode Island College, see the Rhode Island College Financial Aid page.
