YOU’LL TACKLE REAL PROBLEMS FROM HERE
At RWU, you won’t just sit in a classroom – you’ll be out in the world doing real work. From day one, you’ll dive into hands-on experiences like studying marine life in Narragansett Bay, designing sustainable architecture solutions, managing two real investment funds, or building an entire model house from the foundation. Whether you’re interning, researching, or studying abroad, you’ll gain skills that set you apart. With more opportunities to solve real problems and apply what you learn, you’ll graduate not just ready for your career – but ready to lead it.
100% OF STUDENTS GET HANDS-ON RESEARCH AND REAL-WORLD LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
SEAN NUGENT ’20
Major: Environmental Science
Minors: Mathematics and Political Science
Current role: Environmental Analyst III at the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
“Sampling bay water and learning professional testing methods at RWU sparked my interest in water quality. My professors helped me find what I enjoy and prepared me for my career, and taking classes across the program showed me how to keep an open mind about my future.”
YOU’LL FIND YOUR PASSION FROM HERE
Your education is more than a major – it’s a pathway to a fulfilling career. With the support of faculty, academic advisors, and career mentors, you’ll create Powerful Combinations that give you a unique edge in your field. Combine marine biology and journalism to tell stories that inspire change, blend construction management with sustainability to build a greener future, or mix finance with graphic design to bring brands to life. Beyond academics, you’ll combine internships, leadership roles, and student activities to build a résumé that sets you apart. Your passion is your power, and at RWU, you’ll turn it into a career that’s uniquely yours.
OVER 80% GRADUATE WITH MORE THAN A SINGLE MAJOR
DENNIS ARRUDA ’25
Major: Neuroscience
Current role: Ph.D. Candidate in Neuroscience at University of Texas Medical Branch
“At RWU, faculty truly support student ambition. Neuroscience wasn’t an option until I proposed it, and professors met with me before I enrolled to help design and approve my interdisciplinary path.”
96% OF GRADUATES FIND SUCCESS IN EMPLOYMENT OR GRADUATE SCHOOL WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION
MARION OLSEN ’22
Majors: Biology and Chemistry
Current role: Quality Assurance Lab Analyst at Entegris
“Being part of an exciting research project with close friends was an amazing opportunity. It taught us so much, opened doors for our careers, and I’m certain it played a major role in my acceptance to a Ph.D. program.”
100% OF STUDENTS GET HANDS-ON RESEARCH AND REAL-WORLD LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
SEAN NUGENT ’20
Major: Environmental Science
Minors: Mathematics and Political Science
Current role: Environmental Analyst III at the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
“Sampling bay water and learning professional testing methods at RWU sparked my interest in water quality. My professors helped me find what I enjoy and prepared me for my career, and taking classes across the program showed me how to keep an open mind about my future.”
YOU’LL
SEE THE WORLD FROM HERE
From Bristol, one of the safest college towns in the country, to Providence, Boston, and New York, you’ll have access to internships, research, and community projects that connect you with industry leaders. And when you’re ready to go farther, you can study abroad in 27 countries across six continents. Whether it’s marine biology in Australia, architecture in Barcelona, graphic design in Tokyo, or political science in Washington, D.C., you’ll find a program tailored to your career goals. These aren’t just travel experiences – they’re immersive, hands-on opportunities that set you apart in the global job market. At RWU, location matters, and wherever you go, you’ll be building a future that stands out.
OVER 80% GRADUATE WITH MORE THAN A SINGLE MAJOR
DENNIS ARRUDA ’25
Major: Neuroscience
Current role: Ph.D. Candidate in Neuroscience at University of Texas Medical Branch
“At RWU, faculty truly support student ambition. Neuroscience wasn’t an option until I proposed it, and professors met with me before I enrolled to help design and approve my interdisciplinary path.”
96% OF GRADUATES FIND SUCCESS IN EMPLOYMENT OR GRADUATE SCHOOL WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION
MARION OLSEN ’22
Majors: Biology and Chemistry
Current role: Quality Assurance
Lab Analyst at Entegris
“Being part of an exciting research project with close friends was an amazing opportunity. It taught us so much, opened doors for our careers, and I’m certain it played a major role in my acceptance to a Ph.D. program.”
100% OF STUDENTS GET HANDS-ON RESEARCH AND REAL-WORLD LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
SEAN NUGENT ’20
Major: Environmental Science
Minors: Mathematics and Political Science
Current role: Environmental Analyst III at the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
“Sampling bay water and learning professional testing methods at RWU sparked my interest in water quality. My professors helped me find what I enjoy and prepared me for my career, and taking classes across the program showed me how to keep an open mind about my future.”
YOU’LL CHANGE THE WORLD,
Your college experience should be more than just classes. It’s where you’ll discover what drives you and how to turn it into a career that matters. Through your experiences at RWU, you could become a marine biologist protecting ocean ecosystems, a researcher advancing scientific discovery, a health professional improving patient care, or a scientist tackling global challenges. Every internship, research project, and global opportunity will push you to think bigger, solve real problems, and make an impact. Along the way, you’ll gain the skills, confidence, and connections to not only build a great career but to change the world. Wherever you go next, RWU will have you prepared.
GRADUATE WITH MORE THAN A SINGLE MAJOR FROM HERE
OVER 80%
DENNIS ARRUDA ’25 Major:
“At RWU, faculty truly
ambition. Neuroscience wasn’t an option until I proposed it, and professors met with me before I enrolled to
PRE-HEALTH ADVISING PROGRAM
RWU PREPARES STUDENTS FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, VETERINARY SCHOOL AND OTHER HEALTH CAREERS
JULES GERSTNER ’24
Majors: Chemistry and Biology
Current role: Ph.D. Candidate in Chemical Biology at Yale University “RWU left a mark on me. I never planned to study Biology, but one class changed everything. Collaborating with grad students showed me what’s possible at the next level, studying abroad broadened my perspective, and tutoring helped me realize how much I love teaching and want to return to academia.”
