Your path to success

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At the Fannon Institute for Student Success (FISS), we’re committed to helping you thrive throughout your academic journey.

Whether you’re transitioning to college life, exploring degree options, or planning for your future, our network of student support centers connects you with the resources and opportunities you need to succeed. Together, these centers embody URI C.A.R.E.S., because your success is our priority.

Discover your career path

The Center for Career & Experiential Education connects students with high-impact personal and professional experiences

UTILIZE CAREER RESOURCES

Build academic skills

The Academic Enhancement Center offers tutoring, writing assistance, and academic coaching to help students strengthen skills and achieve academic success

ACCESS ACADEMIC SUPPORT

Here to help you succeed

The Retention and Academic Success Center helps students transition to URI, strengthen their academic experience, and stay connected throughout their academic journey

find your support

Discover your major

Exploring majors? The Exploratory Studies Advising offers personalized advising, courses, and experiences to help students confidently choose their path

Explore your path

Student-Athlete success

Student-Athlete Support Services provide guidance and resources to help students excel in the classroom and stay on track to graduate

stay on track

2024-2025 Highlights

Explore the Fannon Institute for Student Success 2024–2025 data showcasing key gains in academic achievement, student retention, and major‑to‑career outcomes

Explore our impact

Find your major fit

Whether you’re undeclared, pursuing a double major, or exploring new areas of study, resources are available to guide your academic path

learn about MAJORS AND PROGRAMS

First-Year Students

The First-Year Experience program helps new students successfully transition to university life by fostering academic engagement, connection, and a strong foundation for success

START YOUR FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE

Transfer Students

The Transfer Student Success program supports students through the credit transfer process and provides continued advising to ensure a smooth transition to URI

BEGIN YOUR TRANSFER PROCESS

DEI Mission Statement

The FISS Professional Development Committee (UPDC) champions an equitable and collaborative work environment by developing result-oriented activities directed towards enhancing core values that reflect justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.