Mission

Talent Development recruits and serves high school graduates from Rhode Island with college potential, most of whom come from under-performing schools.

Talent Development’s core values are grounded in the University’s mission of enriching students’ lives through its land, sea, and urban grant traditions. This is reflected in our ongoing commitment to Respect, Academic Excellence, Mental Health & Wellness, and Scholar Success. We are invested in cultivating the intellectual, social, and cultural development of our Scholars. We inspire Scholars to discover, create, and innovate while fostering leadership and personal growth to build a foundation for persistence.

We invite you to read about the rich history of Talent Development.

Vision

We strive to be a nationally recognized program committed to Scholar access and success by supporting Scholars to build a foundation for persistence.

Values

Respect
Academic Excellence
Mental Health and Wellness
Scholar Success

Goals

Access, Opportunity, Affordability, Completion