The Ocean State, or more endearingly, Little Rhodie offers a bit of everything.
A hotbed of culture rests within for major cities populated by over a million people. Coined Roode Eylandt by an early Dutch explorer, the area likens to the Greek island of Rhodes. On the southern tip of New England, coastal red clay rises above the Atlantic Ocean to lush temperate Northeastern forests. Harbors on favorable waters have served the continent since the 17th-century.
One of the first colonies in America continues to be a haven for progressive thought and growth. Thriving urban centers and quiet communities surrounded by trees are home to friendly people with warm hearts. Tourists flock to the state each summer as the area comes to life with events and festival near the water. Educational options come through the state's growing commitment to online learning. Consider which institution is right for you when pursuing higher education.
Accredited Online College Programs
Explore our featured online programs and find the right match for you today.
What are the best online colleges in Rhode Island?
Studying virtually is a terrific way to open new doors to personal and professional success. Our top five ranking aims to help students meet goals online. Rankings depend on three factors: accreditation, student response, and achievement of graduates. Accreditation is measured by endowment, entrance exams, graduation rates, student/faculty ratio, and reputation.
Student responses such as campus, academic selection, and faculty relations come from a range of rating sites. Achievement of graduates is gauged by comparing financial cost, including aid, to graduate's average salary. Data comes from the National Center for Education Statistics' IPEDS database, individual college websites, Payscale, and U.S. News and World Report.
Rankings
See our rankings methodology page.
