Welcome! We invite you to explore our buildings and spaces, interact with our students, and get answers to your essential questions about the University of Rhode Island. View our Visitor Guide to learn more about living and learning in the Ocean State, and browse our admission experiences below to make connections and get a feel for what it’s like to be a Rhody Ram.
Admitted Students: Attend a Welcome Day Event! Individuals and groups: visit campus, attend admission information sessions, and talk to students and staff. Don’t forget to bring comfy walking shoes and an umbrella if needed. We can’t wait to meet you!
Welcome Days have been designed especially for admitted and committed students, families, and supporters to help you learn more about URI and begin your journey on the Rhode to Becoming a Ram.
>>Learn more and register.
Campus Tours
Like to tour solo? Self Guided Tour maps are available outside of the Welcome Center for your convenience.
Contact the Robert J. Higgins Welcome Center
45 Upper College Road
Kingston, RI 02881
401.874.2133
welcomecenter@uri.edu
GPS: 75 Briar Lane, Kingston, RI 02881
Academic Year Hours
Monday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Sundays: Closed
Summer Hours
Monday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays: Closed