- The mission of New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) is to provide Associate's, Bachelor'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
Number of Programs Offered
50
50
School Calendar
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
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
1,661 students
721 students
# Part-Time Students
246 students
1,628 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
321 students
845 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,523 students
500 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
138 students
138 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
216 students
1,071 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
30 students
30 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
n/a
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%
% Asian
6%
11%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
10%
19%
% White
3%
5%
% Hawaiian
57%
54%
% Two or more races
21%
8%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
n/a
Diversity Score
0.62
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
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
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
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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