Providence College is a Roman Catholic, four-year, liberal arts college located on 105 acres in Providence, Rhode Island. Providence College was founded in 1917 and is the only college or university in the United States founded by and conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars. Formally known as the Order of Preachers, the Dominicans were founded by the Spanish priest St. Dominic de Guzman in 1216.

Providence College’s four schools – the School of Arts and Sciences, School of Business, School of Professional Studies, School of Continuing education – collectively offer more than 70 degree programs. With approximately 314 full-time and 182 part-time faculty members, the College boasts a 12:1 student-faculty ratio, ensuring a highly personalized education. The College awards bachelors and master’s degrees. Providence College competes in 8 men’s and 11 women’s varsity sports, all at the Division I level, with membership in the NCAA, the BIG EAST Conference, the HOCKEY EAST Association, and the Eastern Collegiate Atlantic Conference.