Engage with the world

A clinic in sub-Saharan Africa where URI researcher, Ashley Buchanan is developing statistical theories to conquer the HIV epidemic

Photograph by Ashley Buchanan

At URI there are no boundaries.

URI faculty are involved in cutting-edge international research and are worldwide experts in many areas of global importance. They are developing solutions to world problems and both graduate and undergraduate students have opportunities to work side-by-side with leaders their fields.

A Few of Our Global Projects

Are you a URI faculty member working overseas? Tell us about your project.

21stProducer of Peace Corps Volunteers

1,010Alumni Living Abroad

$5MGrant to Develop Sustainable Fisheries in Ghana

A research vessel lodged in ice in the Ross Sea near Antartica

Research, grants and scholarship

Initiate an international program or find funding for research abroad.

Research Abroad

Two URI students relaxing with residents at Faux Cap Villages in Madagascar

Propose a faculty-led program

A step-by-step guide for proposing and developing a Faculty-Led Program

Lead a program abroad

An Aerial view of Green hall, URI Kingston campus

Hosting a scholar

Find information to request a DS-2019 form for a J-1 researcher, scholar, and/or professor from abroad.

Coming to URI

International travel

Find the information you need to ensure the health and safety of faculty, staff, and students while abroad, including University booking and travel procedures, insurance, Covid-19 safety updates, and international travel policies.

International Travel