Community College of Rhode Island Tuition & Completion
Community College of Rhode Island is a public community college in Warwick, Rhode Island, with about 11,171 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $6,513 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $5,550. Student demographics in federal data include White (44.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (23.6%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $5,550
- 2024 Average Net Price: $6,513 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 11,171 40.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 26.15%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 53.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 4.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 16,141
- Room & Board: $15,426 annual estimate
Community College of Rhode Island: what the data shows
Common questions about Community College of Rhode Island, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Community College of Rhode Island?
Community College of Rhode Island is located in Warwick, RI (ZIP 02886-1807).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Community College of Rhode Island public or private?
Community College of Rhode Island is a Public institution.
How much does Community College of Rhode Island cost?
Published tuition: $5,550 in-state, $14,834 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $6,513.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $6,213 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $6,299 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $6,825 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $6,965 |
| $110,001+ | $8,152 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $22,200.
How big is Community College of Rhode Island?
Total enrollment: 11,171 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 16,141 students.
About 40% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Community College of Rhode Island?
150%-time completion rate: 26.15%.
First-year retention: 59.3%.
What do graduates of Community College of Rhode Island earn?
Median earnings: $33,476 six years after entry; $42,659 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $10,920.
46.65% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Community College of Rhode Island known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (950 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (232 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (84 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (51 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (32 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Police Science (30 completions)
- Legal Assistant/Paralegal (26 completions)
- Art/Art Studies, General (26 completions)
- Computer Programming, Specific Applications (24 completions)
- 05.1091 (21 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Community College of Rhode Island a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 26.15%; median earnings $42,659 at 10 years; net price $6,513. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$5,550
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Community College of Rhode Island was $5,550.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$6,513
2024 Value
In 2024 Community College of Rhode Island had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $6,513.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$26,052 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$6,513 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$22,200 4-Year In-State Tuition
$59,336 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$15,426 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$22,176 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$88,704 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Community College of Rhode Island.
Financial Aid by Income Level
46.65% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
11.38% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Community College of Rhode Island was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Community College of Rhode Island in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $3,950 | $10,582 | $6,552 |
| 2014 | $3,950 | $10,582 | $6,598 |
| 2015 | $4,266 | $11,496 | $7,051 |
| 2016 | $4,266 | $11,496 | $7,139 |
| 2017 | $4,564 | $12,156 | $6,575 |
| 2018 | $4,564 | $12,156 | $5,826 |
| 2019 | $4,700 | $12,544 | $5,878 |
| 2020 | $4,806 | $12,884 | $6,898 |
| 2021 | $4,980 | $13,260 | $6,085 |
| 2022 | $5,090 | $13,552 | $5,460 |
| 2023 | $5,326 | $14,210 | $5,240 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Community College of Rhode Island reported total enrollment of about 11,171 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 36% male and 64% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (44.6%), Hispanic or Latino (23.6%), and Black or African American (9.8%). About 46.65% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 53.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
40.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Community College of Rhode Island in 2024 is 11,171 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 16,141 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
59.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 44.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
17.85% 100% Completion Time
26.15% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 17.85% of students graduating from Community College of Rhode Island completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 40% male / 60% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 13% male / 87% female
- Business/Commerce, General: 52% male / 48% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Community College of Rhode Island.
Return on Investment
$10,920 Median Student Debt
$42,659 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
25.60% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1537.46% Return on Investment
2.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Community College of Rhode Island.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 76 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 950 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 232 completions
3. Business/Commerce, General: 84 completions
4. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 51 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 32 completions
6. Criminal Justice/Police Science: 30 completions
7. Legal Assistant/Paralegal: 26 completions
8. Art/Art Studies, General: 26 completions
9. Computer Programming, Specific Applications: 24 completions
Most popular programs at Community College of Rhode Island.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Community College of Rhode Island graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Community College of Rhode Island from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,205
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $9,166
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Community College of Rhode Island is a public institution located in Warwick, RI, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General. Enrollment is approximately 11,171 students. Student body composition includes White (44.6%), Hispanic or Latino (23.6%), Black or African American (9.8%). The 150%-time completion rate is 26.15%. Approximately 46.65% of students receive Pell Grants. About 53.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Location
Warwick, RI 02886-1807
Region: New England
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 26.15% graduation rate at Community College of Rhode Island falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 76 distinct degree programs, Community College of Rhode Island provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Community College of Rhode Island located?
Community College of Rhode Island is located in Warwick, RI.
How much does Community College of Rhode Island cost?
Reported tuition is $5,550 and average net price is $6,513 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $15,426 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Community College of Rhode Island?
Community College of Rhode Island reports undergraduate enrollment of about 16,141 students, White (44.6%), Hispanic or Latino (23.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Community College of Rhode Island?
About 53.5% of students at Community College of Rhode Island are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Community College of Rhode Island earn?
Median earnings are $33,476 six years after entry and $42,659 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Community College of Rhode Island?
The 150%-time completion rate is 26.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Community College of Rhode Island students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $10,920.
Is Community College of Rhode Island public or private?
Community College of Rhode Island is a public institution located in Warwick, RI.
Is Community College of Rhode Island an HBCU?
No. Community College of Rhode Island is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Community College of Rhode Island a tribal college?
No. Community College of Rhode Island is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Community College of Rhode Island a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Community College of Rhode Island does not meet that proxy (reported share 23.6%).
Is Community College of Rhode Island religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Community College of Rhode Island in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Rhode Island college costs
- Rhode Island colleges by ROI
- Rhode Island trade schools profile
- New England regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Rhode Island
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.