RIAR & RWU Partnership

Unlock New Educational Opportunities with Roger Williams University Extension School

An Exclusive Benefit for RI Association of REALTORS® (RIAR) Members

We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership between the RI REALTORS® Professional Development Center and Roger Williams University (RWU) Extension School — designed to help you transform your professional experience into a powerful academic advantage.

Your Experience Counts

Through this partnership, RWU Extension School will recognize and apply credits earned through the RI REALTORS® Professional Development Center toward their degree programs. Even better — RWU will consider your professional experience for:

  • Up to 90 credits toward a Bachelor’s degree
  • Up to 45 credits toward an Associate’s degree

This means you can fast-track your educational journey and earn your degree sooner, saving time and money. 

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Exclusive Member Discount

As a valued member of the RI Association of REALTORS®, you’ll also receive an exclusive 15% discount on tuition at RWU. This incredible benefit makes investing in your education and advancing your career more affordable than ever. 

Approved RIAR Courses

The RWU Extension School has approved the following RIAR classes for 20 college credits for RIAR members:

Credential

Credit

EXT Course

Approval Date

Sales Pre License

3

REAL 101 - Introduction to Real Estate

10/1/2024

Broker Pre License

3

REAL279 - Real Estate Broker

10/1/2024

License Renewal

2

REAL279 - License Renewal

10/1/2024

Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR)

1

REAL279 - ABR

10/1/2024

Seller Representative Specialist (SRS)

1

REAL279 - SRS

10/1/2024

Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE)

1

REAL279 - RENE

10/1/2024

E-PRO

1

REAL279 - EPRO

10/1/2024

Right Start

1

REAL279 - Right Start

10/1/2024

Certified Negotiation Expert

1

REAL279 - Certified Negotiation Expert

10/1/2024

CRS 201

1

REAL279 - CRS

10/1/2024

CRS 202 Effective Buyer Sales Strategies

1

REAL379 - Effective Buyer Sales Strategies

10/1/2024

Basic Appraisal Principles I

2

REAL279 - Appraisals Principles 1

10/1/2024

Basic Appraisal Principles II

2

REAL379 - Appraisals Principles II

10/1/2024

Ready to Take the Next Step?

This is your moment to elevate your future. Learn more about how to apply your credits and take advantage of your exclusive member benefits today. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, expand your credentials, or pivot to new opportunities, this partnership makes higher education more accessible, practical, and rewarding for real estate professionals in Rhode Island.

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