University of Rhode Island

The University of Rhode Island is a public four-year institution located in the large suburban community of Kingston, Rhode Island. With a total enrollment of 20,653 students (IPEDS 2023), it is one of the larger institutions in the state, offering a broad range of academic and career-focused programs. The university holds a quality score of 63.5 out of 100 on SkillPlum.

URI offers several health-related and technology programs relevant to career-focused learners. These include Registered Nursing at both the associate's and bachelor's level, Nursing Science, Health Care Administration and Management, and Computer and Information Systems Security. These programs prepare graduates for roles in healthcare delivery, health systems management, and cybersecurity.

The university reports a completion rate of 71% and a retention rate of 84% (IPEDS 2023), reflecting solid student persistence through degree programs. Students benefit from the school's suburban setting, which provides access to both a traditional campus experience and proximity to Providence and other Rhode Island employment centers.