Our Campus and the Newport Advantage
Salve Regina University's stunning oceanside campus in Newport, Rhode Island offers unparalleled opportunities to discover the best of New England living.
Our 80-acre landscape is truly one of a kind, offering what the National Trust for Historic Preservation has described as a "tour of the great architectural works of the Gilded Age." Set on seven neighboring estates, our campus features more than 20 historic buildings that have been thoughtfully adapted to meet modern needs while also preserving their status as treasures of the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Situated alongside the iconic Cliff Walk, our location connects students to exceptional hands-on learning, service projects and internship experiences across disciplines. This extraordinary environment enriches the city of Newport and contributes to the artistic, cultural, economic, educational and historical vitality of the state of Rhode Island.
A Landmark Campus
Salve's campus includes 21 historically significant buildings across seven contiguous Gilded Age estates and 80+ acres.
U.S. News & World Report included Salve on its list of "35 Beautiful College Campuses," and Conde Nast Traveler recognizes Salve as one of the top college campuses in the country, saying it "gives nothing but charm to its visitors and students."
391
One of Princeton Review's best 391 colleges.
6%
Ranked in the top 6% by Georgetown University for return on investment of degree.
#24
In U.S. News & World Report for Regional Universities North.
97%
Employed or in graduate schools within six months of graduation.
10-year average of respondents
The Newport Advantage
Salve students don't just attend college in Newport, they experience it. Some days, you'll find them wading into local marshes or stepping into Gilded Age mansions to bring their coursework to life. Other days, it means exploring Aquidneck Island through service opportunities that introduce them to the people, cultures and coastal environment that make Newport unlike anywhere else.
90+
Majors, minors and graduate programs offered.
2,786
Fall 2025 enrollment.
20
Varsity DIII sports teams.
Salve Snapshots
Living and learning along the Classic Coast is an unforgettable experience.
A Living Laboratory
Salve's 80-acre campus in Newport provides access to remarkable experiential learning across all academic programs. Whether excavating long-forgotten treasures on the grounds of Ochre Court, studying water samples gathered at the shore or conducting research on the impact that major events have on the economy, our students learn to put theory into practice in whatever major they choose.
A Stunning Backdrop
Salve's arboretum preserves the natural and historic resources of our campus and provides a living, learning environment that enhances our educational mission. In recognition of our ongoing efforts to preserve and protect our 1,200 trees of more than 100 different species, Salve's campus has been recognized as a Level II arboretum by the Morton Arboretum.
