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College of Business

We are a community of big thinkers interested in new ways of looking at the world of today—and tomorrow. Here, you will learn to solve problems, innovate, think globally, and navigate your own path.

History

The Early Years1923: A Business Administration program is established at Rhode Island State College by President Howard Edwards, who hired Charles Lloyd Sweeting as Professor of Business Administration to carry out the program.1926: The first business student, Alexander Paterson, graduates.

Education

Classes broaden your perspective and your skill set through the sharing of real-world knowledge and critical research. Outside the classroom, you’ll find a broad range of opportunities through internships, a variety of program-focused student organizations, lectures, and study abroad programs. Join us and prepare for the new world of business.

Research

The College of Business research seeks to generate sustainable value for business and society.

Faculty focus their research on emerging issues with tremendous impact, addressing such topics as human-technology interactions, globalization, and climate change. The research is then brought to life in the classroom, amplifying the learning experience.

Career

  • Career Fairs: Participate in one of our many College of Business career fairs held throughout the year. This is a great opportunity to meet face-to-face with our students and let them know about internship and job openings.
  • Career Day: Designed for the students to learn more about their future career path, our Fall and Spring Career Day provide are a great opportunity for you to speak and share your professional experience, meet over 1800 freshman to graduate students.

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Student services

At URI’s University College for Academic Success (UCAS), our academic advisors are ready to help you understand your degree requirements and to build connections between your educational interests and career goals. We’ll work with you to match up your academics, interests, and strengths with majors and careers, so you’ll not only graduate on time, but also have a bright future.

Housing services

When you live at URI, one of the first things you’ll realize is that plenty of learning happens outside the classroom—and inside the residence halls.

This is not only where you’ll study, but where you’ll meet lifelong friends, share common interests, explore new ideas, and build a strong foundation for your college experience. Every step of the way, the URI Housing and Residential Life staff are here to answer your questions and support you, so that you can feel at home, connect with your peers, and do your best work.

Library services

URI Libraries Providence Branch (Feinstein Campus) closed Friday, May 19. Please return borrowed items to the Robert L. Carothers Library in Kingston or the Pell Marine Science Library in Narragansett.

Medical services

To thrive as a college student, you need to feel good and be well. We are here to support you in that, providing a wide range of care that addresses the whole you—your physical and mental health and wellness. At URI Health Services, our dedicated staff of doctors, nurses, counselors, and clinicians has one priority—you and your personal well-being. We want you to thrive.

Sports facilities

URI is a Division I NCAA member and belongs to the Atlantic 10 Conference for all sports except football, which competes in the Colonial Athletic Association. We also have 17 club teams and a wide range of options for intramural competition.

The College of Business is accredited by AACSB International, The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

AACSB accreditation is highly sought after by universities due to its high level of academic merit— accreditation has been achieved by fewer than 15% of the institutions teaching management education.

Kingston, Rhode Island, United States

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