Is the area around Providence College Safe?

Providence College reported no safety-related incidents involving students while on Providence public property near campus in 2019. 2,561 of the 3,990 colleges and universities that reported crime and safety data also reported no incidents.

Is Providence College a party school?

Providence College is the biggest party school in Rhode Island, according to the latest data from College Prowler.

Is Providence College really religious?

The school is a Catholic college, so there is a Catholic church on campus. Sometimes you walk by friars or nuns.

Can you have a car at Providence College?

Freshmen and sophomores are not allowed to have vehicles on campus. Juniors and Seniors who wish to have a car must apply for a parking permit with the Office of Public Safety. The parking application process can be viewed on the Public Safety Parking site.

What are the bad areas of Providence?

Most Dangerous Neighborhoods In Providence, RI

  • Olneyville. Population 7,046. 90 %
  • Smith Hill. Population 5,372. 75 %
  • Charles. Population 6,312. 47 %
  • West End. Population 17,375. 35 %
  • Wanskuck. Population 12,204. 33 %
  • Hartford. Population 6,442. 26 %
  • Lower South Providence. Population 6,027. 25 %
  • Federal Hill. Population 6,992. 20 %

What parts of Providence are safe?

Safe, Affordable Neighborhoods in Providence

  • Downtown.
  • Elmhurst.
  • Elmwood.
  • Mount Hope.
  • Mount Pleasant.

Is there Greek life at Providence College?

There is no Greek Life here at Providence College, hence why athletics, Friar’s Club and BOP are like cults. BOP is responsible for various activities on campus that don’t involve alcohol like concerts, food festivals, speakers etc…

Is Providence College hard to get into?

Providence admissions is selective with an acceptance rate of 47%. Students that get into Providence have an average SAT score between 1210-1350 or an average ACT score of 27-31. The regular admissions application deadline for Providence is January 15. Interested students can apply for early action and early decision.

Is Providence a Jesuit?

Jesuit colleges are listed in various classes of colleges and universities. For example, Boston College is considered against Villanova University (Augustinian), Providence College (Dominican Friars) and the University of Notre Dame (Holy Cross). Jesuit colleges, while Catholic, welcome students of all faiths.

Do you have to be religious to go to Providence College?

By charter Providence College was the first college or university in Rhode Island to welcome students of every faith or none, and it has a long, close and continuing relationship with Rhode Island’s Jewish community. Indeed, some of the College’s most devoted teachers and alumni are Jewish.

Can you park overnight in Providence?

The Overnight Permit Parking Program allows overnight parking on selected residential streets in Providence. Vehicles without a valid overnight parking permit, or guest permit, are not allowed to park on the street between 2 AM and 5 AM.