Visiting and Exchange Students

We are happy that you are considering the University of Rhode Island!

Cody Labrecque, Class of 2018

How to Apply

The Office of International Education is ready to help you as you apply, register for classes, find housing, and make the most of your experience at URI.

We welcome applications from students interested in study abroad at the University of Rhode Island, whether or not your school is a partner institution.

"At URI, professors have unlimited patience for their students, especially international students. Mine have done their very best to help me find passion for my major and my career."
Will Wu, Class of 2019
Major: Kinesiology

Exchange Students from Partner Institutions

Be sure to contact your home institution’s exchange coordinator before you complete the application below.

Application for Partner Institutions

Visiting Students from Non-Partner Institutions

Please obtain the signature of an academic representative from your home institution before submitting an application.

Application For Non-Partner Institutions

National Student Exchange Participants

After submitting the placement acceptance form to your NSE coordinator, please continue with the URI placement process here.

Application For Incoming NSE Students

Coming to URI

Get planning information about orientation–Welcome Week–at URI and find out what you need to consider before making the trip

Make your plan

Contact Information

Office of International Education and National Student Exchange
Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm EST
37 Lower College Road, Kingston, RI, 02881

Phone: 401.874.2395
Email: oie@uri.edu

Advising Appointments
To schedule an appointment, log into Starfish, search for International Education and National Student Exchange and select the advisor based on your college.