Roger Williams University: what international applicants need

What are Roger Williams University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Roger Williams University has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 15, 2026 and Regular Decision on February 1, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Roger Williams University's acceptance rate?

87.7% for students who started in fall 2024: Roger Williams University admitted 7,042 of its 8,029 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Roger Williams University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Roger Williams University requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (February 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Roger Williams University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 560–650 in Math and 580–660 in Reading and Writing (19% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 24–29.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Roger Williams University's application fee for international students?

Roger Williams University's application fee is $55 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Roger Williams University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

No. Roger Williams University accepts the Common App fee waiver from US students only.

• If the fee is a real obstacle, write to the admissions office: some universities grant waivers on request.

Which English tests does Roger Williams University accept?

Roger Williams University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Roger Williams University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Roger Williams University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Roger Williams University require?

Roger Williams University requires one teacher recommendation and a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Roger Williams University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Roger Williams University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

• It also asks for a portfolio, for some programs or for all applicants: check its site.

How many international students does Roger Williams University have?

61 of Roger Williams University's 4,038 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.5%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Roger Williams University cost for international students?

Roger Williams University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $44,418, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $17,112. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $66,939 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source