New England Institute of Technology

  • The mission of New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) is to provide Associate'sBachelor's, and Graduate, degree programs which prepare students for professional and technical careers. Through the combination of professional and technical courses and an integrated liberal arts core, academic programs emphasize the relevance of continuous learning to personal and professional growth. Upon successful completion, graduates are prepared to enter the workforce or to continue their education. As an extension of the primary mission, NEIT offers the opportunity to pursue professional and technological studies to satisfy personal interests. As an institution primarily devoted to teaching, NEIT provides opportunities for students from diverse educational backgrounds and with varying levels of ability to study in a variety of technological fields.

School Highlights

New England Institute of Technology serves 2,516 students (98% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 40%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,516 students
  • Private-state tuition: $30,000
  • Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
  • Minority enrollment: 64%
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

The teacher population of 314 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
New England Institute of Technology
(RI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates--Private Not-for-profit
Associates--Private Not-for-profit
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private, non-profit
Private, non-profit
Total Faculty
314 staff
314 staff
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Number of Programs Offered
50
50

Student Body

The student population of New England Institute of Technology has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The New England Institute of Technology diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,516 students
3,977 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
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# Full-Time Students
2,461 students
2,461 students
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# Part-Time Students
461 students
1,516 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
321 students
845 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,326 students
2,326 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
190 students
190 students
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RI All Graduation Breakdown
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
899 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
617 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
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n/a
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% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
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% Asian
n/a
3%
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% Hispanic
28%
16%
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% Black
3%
7%
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% White
36%
60%
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% Two or more races
8%
6%
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% Non Resident races
3%
1%
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% Unknown races
22%
7%
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in RI.
Diversity Score
0.74
0.60
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
30%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
3.31%
3.31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$41,100
$33,000
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $30,000 is equal to the state average of $30,000. The private state tuition has grown by 50% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$30,000
$30,000
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
93%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$20,000
$11,000
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,334
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
36%

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Student Advisory Council Phi Theta Kappa Alpha Chir Honor Society Adventurers’ Guild Club Criminal Justice Club Esports Club Game Developers’ Network Interior Design Student Alliance New England Tech Student Nurses Associaton New England Tech Golf Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:
eSports
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • As the leader in technical career education in Southeastern New England, New England Tech is a private, non-profit technical college offeringAssociate's, Bachelor's, andGraduatein 50+ programs both online and on campus. Each one has been thoughtfully designed with input from both educators and industry experts. The focus at New England Tech is to give each student a solid balance: a base of analytical skills with hands-on training. Most of our Associate's Degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months and our Bachelor's of Science programs in as little as 3 years. Today, enrollment has grown to more than 2,800 students from the 70 students enrolled in 1971. The college offers Associate's Degree Program in Civil, Marine, Nursing, Automotive, Business Management, Mechanical, Welding, Software, Architecture and Design, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Medical, Transportation and Building Technologies. Bachelor's Degree Programs includes Automotive Service Management Technology, Interior Design, RN to BSN, Electronics Engineering Technology, Architectural Building Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology and Business Management Technology. New England Tech is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. (NEASC) and many of our programs maintain individual accreditation. For example, our Electronics Engineering Technology program at the Bachelor's level is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission (TAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does New England Institute of Technology cost?
New England Institute of Technology's private state tuition is approximately $30,000.
What schools are New England Institute of Technology often compared to?
New England Institute of Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Community College of Rhode Island by visitors of our site.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,516 students
  • Private-state tuition: $30,000
  • Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
  • Minority enrollment: 64%
  • Source: Verified school update

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For Rhode Island public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,950 per year for in-state students and $10,582 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $30,000 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Rhode Island community colleges have a diversity score of 0.60, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Rhode Island is New England Institute of Technology. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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