Best Online Colleges in Rhode Island
As a member of the New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE), Rhode Island works in conjunction with the other five New England states to promote educational opportunities and services for the Northeast United States. Online learners benefit from the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA), a collaborative program dedicated to reducing fees and increasing access to high-quality distance education programs.
Popular Online Programs
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
Best Online Colleges in Rhode Island
- In-State$14,116
- Out-of-state$33,512
- In-State$14,822
- Out-of-state$28,616
- Retention Rate84%
- Acceptance Rate77%
- Students Enrolled16,585
- Institution TypePublic
- Percent Online Enrollment34%
- AccreditationYes
- In-State$13,365
- Out-of-state$13,365
- In-State$15,156
- Out-of-state$15,156
- Retention Rate33%
- Acceptance Rate68%
- Students Enrolled2,505
- Institution TypePrivate
- Percent Online Enrollment100%
- AccreditationYes
New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich, RI- 4 year
- Campus + Online
- In-State$32,100
- Out-of-state$32,100
- In-State$15,000
- Out-of-state$15,000
- Retention Rate69%
- Acceptance Rate71%
- Students Enrolled1,938
- Institution TypePrivate
- Percent Online Enrollment36%
- AccreditationYes
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