Colleges & Universities
Colleges & Universities
Rhode Island’s colleges and universities give event organizers access to championship-caliber facilities in a state you can cross in under an hour. From NCAA Division I programs at Brown University, Providence College, the University of Rhode Island and Bryant University to the athletic complexes at the state’s smaller colleges, these campuses offer arenas, natatoriums, turf fields, tracks and more, all close to hotels, the airport and downtown Providence. Whether you’re planning a regional tournament or a national championship, the Rhode Island Sports Commission can connect you with the right campus partner to create a winning event.
Rhode Island is home to a remarkable concentration of colleges and universities, all within easy reach of one another. For sports event organizers, that means access to a deep roster of competition-ready venues, from NCAA Division I arenas and stadiums to fields, courts, pools, and training facilities.
Campuses across the state regularly host championships, tournaments, and youth and amateur events, backed by experienced athletics staff. Add enthusiastic crowds, a ready pool of volunteers, and a compact state that makes it easy to get between venues, hotels, and attractions, and it’s easy to see why events thrive here.
