At a glance
Average net price
$48,523
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
85.8%
Admission rate
51%
Undergrad size
4,229
In-state tuition
$63,550
Out-of-state tuition
$63,550
Cost of attendance
$80,466
Median earnings (10y)
$87,054
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,346
- ACT midpoint
- 29
- Retention
- 94.0%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
23 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (44%), social sciences (28%), stem (14%).
- STEM14%
- Health5%
- Business44%
- Humanities & arts9%
- Social sciences28%
- Trades & services0%
- Business44.3%~1,872 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Social sciences12.3%~521 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Biological sciences10.3%~437 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology7.7%~325 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education6.2%~263 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~209 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- History2.3%~98 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English2.2%~93 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.0%~85 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~63 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~58 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.6%~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.6%~27 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~22 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering0.2%~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Legal0.2%~9 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Theology0.2%~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication0.2%~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 384 | $58,761 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 227 | $50,440 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 217 | $52,956 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 214 | $36,775 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 208 | $34,026 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 203 | $63,824 | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 137 | $36,317 | $27,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 136 | $45,573 | $27,000 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 132 | $48,405 | $26,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 127 | $63,900 | $27,000 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 109 | $75,470 | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 75 | $40,466 | $27,000 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 55 | $22,583 | $27,000 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 54 | $43,989 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 53 | $34,612 | $25,500 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Undergraduate certificate | 53 | — | — |
| International/Globalization Studies. | Bachelor's | 43 | $36,425 | $27,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 41 | $39,894 | $27,000 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 33 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | $27,000 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 26 | $74,273 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 23 | $37,668 | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Graduate certificate | 21 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 20 | $45,024 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Undergraduate certificate | 18 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 18 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 17 | — | — |
| History. | Master's | 17 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Graduate certificate | 15 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Community Organization and Advocacy. | Bachelor's | 14 | $33,803 | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Providence College
Providence College is a mid-sized institution located in Providence, Rhode Island, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 4,229 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Social sciences, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Providence College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $48,523 per year, which is premium-priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $63,550 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $80,466 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 85.8%, a strong completion outcome. 94.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $87,054 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Providence College confers degrees and certificates across 23 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Social sciences, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (44% of credentials), social sciences (28% of credentials), stem (14% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Providence College accepts 51% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,346. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 29.
Location & campus
Set in Providence, Rhode Island (city), Providence College draws students from across Rhode Island and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Providence College
Q.How much does Providence College cost?
The average net price at Providence College is $48,523 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $80,466.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Providence College?
Providence College has a 6-year graduation rate of 85.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Providence College?
Providence College admits 51% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Providence College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Providence College graduate earns $87,054 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Providence College?
Published tuition is $63,550 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Providence College located?
Providence College is located in Providence, Rhode Island (ZIP 02918).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Providence College at their official website.