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Colleges in Rhode Island

23 colleges in 7 cities and 5 counties · Data as of 10/15/2026

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Colleges in Rhode Island at a glance

  • Rhode Island has 23 colleges, about 0.21 for every 10,000 residents.
  • Per person, that is 14% above the national rate (0.18 per 10,000).
  • The largest group is Private College (52%), ahead of Trade and Career School and Public University.
  • Providence (7), Cranston (2) and Newport (2) have the most, 48% of the state total combined.

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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges are in Rhode Island?
There are 23 colleges in Rhode Island in our data as of 10/15/2026.
Which Rhode Island cities have the most colleges?
Providence (7), Cranston (2), Newport (2), East Providence (1), Kingston (1).