The University of Rhode Island (URI), founded in 1888 and located in Kingston, is the state’s flagship public land-grant research university. Renowned for its beautiful 1,200-acre campus and coastal proximity, URI combines a traditional New England setting with cutting-edge academic and research facilities. It offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs across fields such as oceanography, engineering, pharmacy, health sciences, environmental studies, and business. Classified as an R1 institution for very high research activity, URI is nationally recognized for its leadership in marine and environmental research, particularly through the Graduate School of Oceanography at its Narragansett Bay Campus. With approximately 18,000 students and a student-faculty ratio of 17:1, the university emphasizes experiential learning, global engagement, and innovation. Its mission reflects a commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and preparing students to address real-world challenges through research, creativity, and service.