Providence, Rhode Island, is one of America's oldest cities and is located in its smallest state. Home to Brown University and several other good schools, Providence offers many entertainment and educational opportunities. A good meal, walks on the waterfront, quiet nights in the library, and swinging nights at concerts and clubs are just a few of the things one can find in Providence... to learn more, check out our Guide to Providence Colleges & Universities.
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| Providence Education Highlights |
- On May 29, 1790, Rhode Island became the 13th state
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Providence is the largest city, and also is the state capital
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Its major industries are textiles, machinery, tourism, jewelry, and rubber products
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2000 Population – 173,618
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More females than males (52.2% vs. 47.8%)
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30.0% of Providence’s citizens are Hispanic/Latino; almost 3 times the national average
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65.8% of Providence’s citizens hold a high school-level diploma
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24.4% also have a bachelor’s degree or higher; exactly the national average
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25.3% of its citizens were born overseas
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