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Providence College

Providence, Rhode Island · Private (nonprofit)

Jan 15Application deadline

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B+Value
N/ACampus
A-Academics
BAdmissions
B-Student Life
B+Overall

About

Providence College is located in Providence, Rhode Island. It is a private (nonprofit) institution. The university enrolls approximately 4,170 students.

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Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$60,848
Out-of-state tuition$60,848
Room & board$17,150
Avg aid package$30,040
Students receiving aid81%
Pell grant recipients13%
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Admissions

Test scores

SAT · middle 50%1250–1400
4001600
ACT · middle 50%28–32
136

Application info

Acceptance rate49%
Average GPA3.54
Student–faculty ratio11:1
Test optionalYes
Common AppYes
Application fee$70

Application dates

Early ActionNov 1
Early DecisionNov 1
Regular DecisionJan 15
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Academics

Graduation rate87%
Retention rate91%
Student–faculty ratio11:1
Full-time faculty69%

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$87,054
Avg starting salary$48,000
Job placement rate97%
Internship rate95%
Earn more than HS grad85%
Economic mobility93%
Loan default (3 yr)2%
Loan repayment (3 yr)79%

Student life

Demographics

Medium School
4,170Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio
Female 54%Male 46%
79% WhiteRacial diversity
White 79%Hispanic 8%Black 3%Asian 2%Other 7%
Campus housingYes

Campus life

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About Providence College

24-HR security patrol, emergency phones, and escort safety rides available.

The Liberal Arts Honors Program at Providence College offers a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and communication skills, fostering a deep understanding of Western thought and culture.

Endowment$321,647,307
Avg faculty salary$140,856

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