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Feel free to explore our campus online in either English or Spanish before you visit.
Explore CampusWe want to get to know you and for you to get to know us!
We offer a variety of experiences to connect with our campus community and the Office of Admission. Our in-person and virtual offerings are dynamic and designed to provide our visitors with an in-depth look at the RWU experience and give you a sense of what it's like to be an RWU Hawk. We are adding experiences and sessions as we are able to, so please check back frequently, or contact us if you don’t see something that will work for you.
We want to make sure visitors are aware of any roadwork that may impact arrival/travel time. Check this page for Travel Notices.
We are excited to offer three Fall Open House events this year. Each event is planned to provide you and your guests with a thorough, yet customizable visit experience. So, whether it's your first time visiting or your fourth, you can get exactly what you need out of the day.
At RWU, location matters! Take a virtual tour of our beautiful waterfront campus and immerse yourself in the vibrant, diverse, and engaging environment from the comfort of your own home. Discover our academic buildings, student amenities, and iconic landmarks as you navigate through our virtual tour.
Tour our campus to discover what makes Roger Williams University distinctive.
Information Session and Student-Led Tour: We offer weekday tours on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9 a.m, 11:30 a.m., and 2 p.m. Weekend tours are available on August 3rd, 10th and 17th. During popular vacation weeks, we offer expanded tours. We also offer tours on Tuesday and Thursday (by request only). Call 401-254-3500 or email visit@1331w.com to request an alternative visit arrangement.
Roger Williams University representatives visit high schools and organizations across the United States and world. We encourage you to check our upcoming in-person and virtual events at a location near you.
Counselor Visits: We welcome visits from high school and independent counselors. Reserve your spot for a 30 minute admission information session, followed by a 60-90 minute student-led walking tour of the campus.
Group Visits: Are you looking for ways to keep students engaged, mix up content, and get them out of the classroom? We hope you'll explore our Group Visit programs. We tailor each and every visit to ensure the best possible experience. Request a date/time that works best for your group (we'll do our best to accommodate). If you would like to include a special topic presentation, lunch in our dining hall, or another visit component, please include this in the additional information section at the end of the form.
Feel free to explore our campus online in either English or Spanish before you visit.
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