University of Rhode Island
- Academics

Quick Stats

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Teachers are an important aspect in everyone’s academic career. Since URI is a pretty big school with around 14,000 undergraduate students, classrooms range in size. Students will find themselves in lectures with more than 500 students, classrooms with less than 20 students, and everywhere in between. Some agree that it is harder to get to know and like a professor in a large lecture setting, but within a smaller classroom setting, there’s more of an opportunity to build a personal student-teacher relationship. Every student is different and needs to figure out what setting works best for them. However, no matter how big the class is, every teacher makes an effort to be available for all students. Teachers encourage students to go to their office hours and correspond through e-mail—some even give out their home phone numbers and/or cell phone numbers. In college, it is up to students to contact their teachers in order to figure out how to improve their studies. 

Most professors are strict about attendance, especially in smaller classes. Make-up exams are only allowed in serious situations, but everything is debatable. Overall, teachers at URI are here to teach. One of the most frustrating things that students deal with is not being able to get into the classes they need. Many students aren’t able to graduate in four years because they fall behind in classes or don’t take enough credits each semester—15 credits each semester will get you to graduation on time. Taking four to six years to graduate is not uncommon for most URI students.

Rhode Island Student ReviewsWhat's This?

Sort by:

Most RecentMost PopularHighest GradesLowest Grades

Academics at University of Rhode Island

Kcarp2015

Pharmaceutical Sciences '15

4.6

A

My Life in Pharmaceutical Sciences

I'm in the University College currently and the way the program works is that you are accepted to the College of Pharmacy at the end of your sophomore year. Once this happens you take courses that are more focused and specific to your major. The professors are very accomidating to your needs and the connections within the College of Pharmacy for internships and careers after graduation and wonderful! It is so comforting to know that I won't be stuggling to find a job after I graduate, and I will be able to start paying off my debt right away!

Apr 07, 2012

Comment actions: Rate

12345

Report as inappropriate/inaccurate

Academics at University of Rhode Island

fperreault93

Criminology '15

5.0

A+

The Perfect Spot

I came to the University of Rhode Island because it is exactly in the perfect place. I love going to the beaches that are ten minutes down the road. We have the luxury of going city of Providence and Newport which are both thirty minutes away. No matter what time of year it is the scenery is always beautiful. The classes are relatively small and i get all the help I need. The professors are truly wonderful. They explain subject that tend to be difficult in a way we all understand it. Every professor offers various office hours to accommodate all the students needs. Most of the process's like registering for classes are easy and have step by step instructions, as well as a number to always call if a student has questions.

Mar 27, 2012

Comment actions: Rate

12345

Report as inappropriate/inaccurate

Academics at University of Rhode Island

mflynn93

Accounting '15

4.2

A-

Freshman of Accounting

So far at the University of Rhode Island I am very happy with the classes I am taking and the help I get from the faculty and professors. Accounting is interesting to me becuase I enjoy math and problem solving. I hope to continue this path and excell in what I do in the future.

Mar 21, 2012

Comment actions: Rate

12345

Report as inappropriate/inaccurate

What do you think of your school? Register to submit reviews to let others know what it's really like »

First

Previous

Page 1 of 14

Next

Last

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

Rate your school’s professors on the following topics

Rate your school’s academic environment on the following topics

Facts