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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 1,907 students (87% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 95%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 1,907 students
  • Private-state tuition: $30,000
  • Acceptance Rate: 68%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 97%
  • 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 Colleges
Associates Colleges
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
This chart displays total faculty of New England Institute of Technology and community college average number of faculty in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Number of Programs Offered
50
50

Student Body

The student population of New England Institute of Technology has declined by 24% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 8:1 over five years.
The New England Institute of Technology diversity score of 0.62 is less than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has declined by 15% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,907 students
2,349 students
This chart displays the total enrollment of New England Institute of Technology and community college average number of enrollment of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,661 students
721 students
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# Part-Time Students
246 students
1,628 students
This chart displays the total number of Part-time students enrollment of New England Institute of Technology and average number of community college Part-time students enrollment of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of New England Institute of Technology.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Rhode Island.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
321 students
845 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,523 students
500 students
This chart displays the total number of Full-time undergraduate students enrollment of New England Institute of Technology and average number of community college Full-time undergraduate  students enrollment of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
# Full-Time Graduate Students
138 students
138 students
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This chart displays graduation rate breakdown of New England Institute of Technology
Rhode Island All Graduation Breakdown
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
216 students
1,071 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
30 students
30 students
This chart displays graduation rate breakdown of New England Institute of Technology
Rhode Island All Part Time Graduation Breakdown
Total Dormitory Capacity
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% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%
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% Asian
6%
11%
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% Hispanic
n/a
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% Black
10%
19%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in New England Institute of Technology and the percentage of Black community college students in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% White
3%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in New England Institute of Technology and the percentage of White community college students in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Hawaiian
57%
54%
This chart displays the percentage of Hawaiian students in New England Institute of Technology and the percentage of Hawaiian community college students in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Two or more races
21%
8%
This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in New England Institute of Technology and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Non Resident races
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% Unknown races
1%
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in New England Institute of Technology.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Rhode Island.
Diversity Score
0.62
0.65
This chart displays the diversity score of New England Institute of Technology and the community college average diversity score of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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0.2609%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.4928%
0.4928%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$41,100
$33,000
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of New England Institute of Technology and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Rhode Island by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

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
This chart displays tuition fees for an in-state student of New England Institute of Technology and the private community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
83%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in New England Institute of Technology and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,000
$11,000
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in New England Institute of Technology and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,334
$5,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in New England Institute of Technology and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
68%
59%
This chart displays the percent admitted of New England Institute of Technology and the community college average percent admitted of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
SAT Reading
534
534
This chart displays the SAT Reading score of New England Institute of Technology and the community college average SAT Reading score of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
SAT Math
519
519
This chart displays the SAT Math score of New England Institute of Technology and the community college average SAT Math score of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

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: 2023 (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 (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 1,907 students
  • Private-state tuition: $30,000
  • Acceptance Rate: 68%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 97%
  • 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 0.65, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Rhode Island is Johnson & Wales University-Online. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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