Providence College
Providence College is a private research university in Providence, Rhode Island, serving roughly 4,229 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 50.89% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $87,054 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $63,550
- 2024 Average Net Price: $48,523 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 50.89% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 4,229 98.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 85.82%
- Average SAT Score: 1346
Providence College: what the data shows
Common questions about Providence College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Providence College?
Providence College is located in Providence, RI (ZIP 02918-0001).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Providence College public or private?
Providence College is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Providence College cost?
Published tuition: $63,550.
Average net price after aid: $48,523.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $28,152 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $21,835 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $25,296 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $33,169 |
| $110,001+ | $56,699 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $254,200.
How hard is it to get into Providence College?
Admission rate: 50.89%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1346 and midpoint ACT 29.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Providence College?
Total enrollment: 4,229 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Providence College?
150%-time completion rate: 85.82%.
First-year retention: 94.0%.
What do graduates of Providence College earn?
Median earnings: $69,326 six years after entry; $87,054 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
13.43% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Providence College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (1,315 completions)
- CIP 520201 (197 completions)
- Finance, General (164 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (131 completions)
- General Psychology (97 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (90 completions)
- Social Sciences (51 completions)
- CIP 131001 (50 completions)
- Health & Medical Administrative Services (50 completions)
- CIP 520301 (48 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Providence College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 50.89%; completion rate 85.82%; median earnings $87,054 at 10 years; net price $48,523. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$63,550
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Providence College was $63,550.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$48,523
2024 Value
In 2024 Providence College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $48,523.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$194,092 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$48,523 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$254,200 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Providence College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
13.43% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
57.05% 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 Providence College 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 Providence College 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 | $43,245 | $43,245 | $34,841 |
| 2014 | $44,323 | $44,323 | $35,082 |
| 2015 | $45,400 | $45,400 | $35,848 |
| 2016 | $46,970 | $46,970 | $37,476 |
| 2017 | $48,764 | $48,764 | $38,823 |
| 2018 | $50,528 | $50,528 | $38,990 |
| 2019 | $52,438 | $52,438 | $38,296 |
| 2020 | $54,388 | $54,388 | $38,338 |
| 2021 | $55,988 | $55,988 | $36,611 |
| 2022 | $57,928 | $57,928 | $41,767 |
| 2023 | $60,848 | $60,848 | $45,538 |
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.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
50.89% Acceptance Rate
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1346
ACT Average: 29
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.5 - 3.7
Estimated Median GPA: 3.60
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
98.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Providence College in 2024 is 4,229 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
94.0%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
83.32% 100% Completion Time
85.82% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 83.32% of students graduating from Providence College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Providence College.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$87,054 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
31.02% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
348.52% Return on Investment
3.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Providence College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 197 completions
Finance, General: 164 completions
Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 131 completions
General Psychology: 97 completions
General Biological Sciences: 90 completions
Social Sciences: 51 completions
CIP 13.1001: 50 completions
Health & Medical Administrative Services: 50 completions
CIP 52.0301: 48 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 1,315 completions
Most popular programs at Providence College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Providence College graduates.
About
Providence College is a private non-profit institution located in Providence, RI, offering 62 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 4,229 students. The admission rate is 50.89%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1346. The institution maintains a 85.82% graduation rate. Approximately 13.43% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Providence, RI 02918-0001
Region: New England
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 85.82% graduation rate, Providence College demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Strong Career Outcomes: Providence College graduates report median earnings of $87,054 ten years after entry, placing them among the higher-earning college graduates nationally. This strong earnings potential reflects both the quality of education and the career opportunities available to graduates.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 62 distinct degree programs, Providence College 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.
FAQ
How much does Providence College cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $63,550 and average net price is $48,523 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Providence College?
The admission rate is 50.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Providence College?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Providence College reports midpoint SAT about 1346 and midpoint ACT about 29.
What do graduates of Providence College earn?
Median earnings are $69,326 six years after entry and $87,054 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Providence College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 85.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Providence College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
How big is Providence College?
Total enrollment is about 4,229 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Providence College public or private?
Providence College is a private nonprofit institution located in Providence, RI.
Is Providence College an HBCU?
No. Providence College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Providence College a tribal college?
No. Providence College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Providence College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Providence College does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.8%).
Is Providence College religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Providence College: Roman Catholic.
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
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.