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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 2,469 students (87% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 57%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 2,469 students
  • Private-state tuition: $30,000
  • Acceptance Rate: 68%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
  • Minority enrollment: 43%
  • 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
Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
314 staff
314 staff
Number of Programs Offered
50
50
School Calendar

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 0.63 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has declined by 14% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,469 students
2,349 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
2,153 students
721 students
# Part-Time Students
316 students
1,628 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
227 students
227 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,988 students
500 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
165 students
165 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
291 students
1,071 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
25 students
25 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
n/a
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
3%
5%
% Hispanic
13%
22%
% Black
10%
11%
% White
57%
43%
% Hawaiian
n/a
6%
% Two or more races
3%
7%
% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
% Unknown races
13%
6%
Diversity Score
0.63
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
24%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
50%
50%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$41,100
$33,000

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 stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$30,000
$30,000
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
83%
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,000
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,334
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
68%
59%
SAT Reading
534
534
SAT Math
519
519

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: 2024 (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.
What is the acceptance rate of New England Institute of Technology?
The acceptance rate of New England Institute of Technology is 68%, which is higher than the state average of 59%.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 2,469 students
  • Private-state tuition: $30,000
  • Acceptance Rate: 68%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
  • Minority enrollment: 43%
  • Source: Verified school update

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