Most Common Student Questions

Answers to Questions on These Topics

If you're looking to find a specific person at RIC, an office/department/division/school at RIC, or a student online tool/portal please use our People Directory, Department Directory, and Online Tools for Students.

Academics

The Office of Academic Advising is the initial, assigned academic advisor for these specific types of students. Students in these populations will then transition to a faculty advisor. Other majors are assigned a faculty advisor. You can locate your advisor by logging into MyRIC and navigating to the "RIC Student Homepage," clicking on the "Student Center" tile, then clicking on the "My Academics" link, and finally clicking on "View my advisors" (to view your assigned advisor and/or coach, with contact information).

Office of Academic Advising

Where can I find key academic dates and deadlines?

Academic Calendar

For questions about a specific class or your grade for a specific class, please reach out to that course instructor, the Department Chair, or the Academic Dean.

To find the contact information for RIC departments/offices/divisions/schools as well as for RIC faculty and staff:

Department Directory

People Directory

Leave of Absences may be taken for medical, military, or personal (unforeseen circumstances requiring time away from the college) reasons. The Dean of Students Office can assist you with any leave of absence questions you may have.

Dean of Students Office

The Office of Academic Advising is the initial, assigned academic advisor for those exploring majors.

The Career Development Center can also be a wonderful resource to aid you in the exploration of careers, and therefore the exploration of majors that may allow you to work toward desired careers.

Explore the Academic Success Center, which includes the Math Learning Lab, Tutorial Services, and the Writing Lab.

If you're looking for additional writing resources to support you as you progress through your first-year academics and then your major program, Writing @ RIC is the place for all things writing.

To officially withdraw from RIC you will use the Request for College Withdrawal Official (Do not plan to return) Form. Please contact the Registrar's Office with any questions.

Course Withdrawal for Academic Reasons

If you need to withdraw from a course for academic reasons, it's recommended that you speak to the course instructor or Department Chair. If you choose to withdraw from the course you will use the Undergraduate Course Withdrawal Form and can work with the Registrar's Office if you have any questions.

Course Withdrawal for Non Academic Reasons

Students who would like to receive consideration to withdraw from one or more courses (after the drop date until the last day of class), due to medical/personal or military related matters should use the Undergraduate Request for Course Withdrawal Due to Non-Academic Reasons Form. Please reach out to the Dean of Students Office with any questions.

Campus Life

College Dining Services oversees our on-campus dining facilities and the meals served.

Meal Plans

Donovan Dining Center

The Beestro

Our Food 4 Thought Pantry & Lounge assists all RIC students who are experiencing food insecurity. 

Commuting to Campus and Shuttle Information

Did you know that your RIC student ID card serves as an unlimited Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) bus pass?

RIPTA Bus Schedules

Parking Procedures

Computer and Tech Support

Financial Aid, Student Accounts, Scholarships

Health, Wellness, Safety

Jobs, Employment, Careers

Handshake is RIC’s official online portal where students can seek on campus jobs, internships, and fellowship opportunities.

The Career Development Center is a place to visit and utilize in order to gain assistance in finding a job as a student or to explore your future career, future job opportunities, and how to create the best application materials.

Support for Specific Populations

Learning 4 Life connects students to on and off campus resources and opportunities. Students served by L4L are empowered to overcome life obstacles on their journey to graduation such as, access to basic needs, managing competing priorities, and navigating the campus systems.

The Unity Center is a warm and welcoming space that affirms and promotes equity for historically marginalized and disenfranchised students.

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Division of Student Success

From the moment students step on campus, our division supports the academic achievement, personal growth and well-being of students inside and outside of the classroom.