General Education at University of Rhode Island
If you plan to study General Education, consider the program at University of Rhode Island. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Rhode Island is in Kingston, RI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 24 general education graduations were recorded at University of Rhode Island.
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Studying Online at University of Rhode Island
Distance learning is available at University of Rhode Island. Among 17,210 students, 818 (5%) studied exclusively online and 5,946 (35%) took at least some classes online.
General Education Rankings at University of Rhode Island
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Rhode Island’s General Education program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #12 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #15 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #138 of 406 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #240 of 397 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #12 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #15 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #138 of 406 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #240 of 397 |
Earnings for General Education Graduates from University of Rhode Island
Students who complete University of Rhode Island’s General Education program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $45,585 |
| 2 years | $49,214 |
| 3 years | $53,404 |
| 4 years | $58,050 |
| 5 years | $69,076 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General Education graduates from University of Rhode Island report median earnings of $58,050, compared with $67,030 for all University of Rhode Island graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General Education graduates at University of Rhode Island, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Education graduates at University of Rhode Island are 83% women (20) and 17% men (4).
General Education Master’s Program at University of Rhode Island
Of the 21 master’s general education graduates at University of Rhode Island, 86% were women (18) and 14% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Education master’s degree recipients at University of Rhode Island.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 10% of General Education master’s degree recipients at University of Rhode Island, lower than the national average of 36%.*
General Education Doctoral Program at University of Rhode Island
Of the 3 doctoral general education degrees awarded at University of Rhode Island, 67% were women (2) and 33% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Education doctoral degree recipients at University of Rhode Island.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General Education Concentrations at University of Rhode Island
This General Education program at University of Rhode Island offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Education | 24 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Education Graduates
Students who finish General Education program at University of Rhode Island go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for General Education graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Teaching Assistants, Special Education | $96,801 |
| Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education | $89,337 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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