Study in One of the Most Stunning Locations in the U.S.
Students From Illinois Love Rhode Island
Join others like you who have made Salve Regina University their college of choice.
At our oceanside campus in Newport, you'll find an unforgettable college experience that equips you to make an impact in the classroom and across every endeavor.
A private university with 2,100 undergraduates, we are a close-knit community where professors know their students by name, and everyone strives to better the lives of others.
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Salve at a Glance
We offer a wide range of academic programs, including combined bachelor's/master's degrees.
Our campus sits on 80 acres overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and has 21 historically significant buildings.
Our four-year Salve Compass program prepares you for the opportunities of today's job market.
We have more than 60 student organizations and 20 NCAA Division III varsity teams, along with club sports.
Meet Julia Overmyer
Criminal Justice and Criminology and Psychology Major from Cook County, Illinois
When's the next time you can say you lived in a completely different area of the United States? Going away to school is the best way to not only mature and find out who you are as a person, but it's also a great way to explore.
Campus involvement:
Association of Student Researchers, Criminal Justice and Criminology Club, Psychology Club, jazz band, sailing team
Hobbies:
Playing the trombone, sailing
How I explore Newport:
Grab something to eat and shop in downtown Newport
Dream job:
Working as a behavioral analyst for the CIA or DIA
Call Salve Your Home
Getting here is easy! T.F. Green Airport – recently recognized as the third-best airport in the nation by Conde Nast Traveler – offers direct flights from O'Hare.
Salve students live and learn in historic Newport, a coastal community of 25,000 residents. With a vibrant downtown and stunning ocean views, Newport is a popular vacation destination for millions of visitors from around the world.
Ready to explore? We are just 70 miles from Boston and 180 miles from New York City, both accessible by train or bus, and additional adventures await in nearby states like New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont.
Meet Karlee Feinen
Cultural and Historic Preservation Major from Champaign County, Illinois
My favorite thing about Salve is the people. Everyone really cares - they want you to succeed and they want the best out of you. If you're having a hard day, someone will notice - even if it's not someone you know, someone will notice and talk to you. It's just a community here.
Campus involvement:
Association of Student Researchers, Completely Scripted Improv, Cultural and Historic Preservation Society
Hobbies:
Archaeological explorations, theater
How I explore Newport:
Walk along the Cliff Walk to watch the sunset and surfers
Dream job:
Archaeologist
Discover Newport
Newport is walkable and bikeable, with free trolley transportation for students.
The famed Cliff Walk combines the stunning scenery of Newport's shoreline with the architectural history of the Gilded Age.
Newport is one of the world's top sailing destinations and has hosted the America's Cup and the Ocean Race.
Many movies and TV shows have been filmed here, including "The Gilded Age" and "Hocus Pocus 2."
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#27 Best Regional University in the North
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97% Employed or in Graduate School Within Six Months of Graduation
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Best Colleges in America
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50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America
Conde Nast Traveler
Top 6% Nationwide in Long-Term ROI
Center on Education and the Workforce
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Your admissions counselor, Carolyn Wiest, is a valuable resource who can answer your questions and set you on the path to achieving your academic goals.
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