2024 Best Colleges for Physics in Rhode Island

• Providence, RI•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  1,065 reviews

Niche User: I am currently enrolled as an incoming freshman at Brown University but I have been fortunate to participate in two of their pre-college programs. Overall, the academic resources and opportunities to explore STEM-based passions are incredibly diverse and accessible. The campus has amazing faculty that are engaged in the subject, both in and out of the classroom. They provide insightful feedback and support, especially as I had little experience doing lab work in high school. Outside the classroom, there were countless facilities and events that covered a wide variety of interests. These helped me foster a strong sense of community as I was able to connect with peers of similar likes during these events. I love how interconnected the university is with the larger city of Providence, which makes both professional and recreational engagement more accessible. Lastly, the Brown community was incredibly welcoming and supportive. Everyone there was proactive and engaged!... Read 1,065 reviews

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 6%

• Net price $25,028

• SAT range 1460-1570

• Kingston, RI•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.52 out of 5  2,566 reviews

Senior: The University of Rhode Island has provided me a lot of very helpful resources throughout my 4 years. The university also provides a big number and range of clubs and organizations that you are able to join throughout your 4 years. The professors of the psychology department are amazing and never seem to disappoint! It is very comforting know that I am able to ask and receive help from my professors. However, I do think that there are some buildings that need to be up to date. Some that students have to sit in for class are either too hot or too cold, very old or uncomfortable even. The campus is a very good size and is beautiful!... Read 2,566 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 76%

• Net price $20,496

• SAT range 1090-1290

• Providence, RI•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.55 out of 5  1,117 reviews

Junior: Rhode Island College has a wonderful, welcoming, accepting and supportive campus staff along with many talented and dedicated professors and administrators. Our school motto is “Be Bold”, and bold we are! No matter where you come from you will be met with a team of highly skilled and dedicated teachers and students who want to assure nothing less than your success. While classes can be challenging, there is always something for every at RIC to make us feel at home!... Read 1,117 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 85%

• Net price $8,710

• SAT range 870-1100