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| Location | Rochester, New York |
| Online | roberts.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Free Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Roberts Wesleyan College occupies a suburban campus in Rochester, New York, located approximately 10 miles southwest of downtown Rochester and Lake Ontario. Founded in 1866 as Chili Seminary by Benjamin Titus Roberts, the institution began as a Free Methodist school and maintains its Christian liberal arts tradition while operating as an independent college. The campus spans 188 acres of rolling hills featuring a mix of historic and modern buildings, with Georgian-style architecture predominant across academic facilities. Roberts Wesleyan offers undergraduate and graduate programs with strengths in nursing, education, business, and social work, while maintaining a selective admissions process. Most undergraduate students live in one of the six residence halls on campus, and the college competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Redhawks.
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Roberts Wesleyan College is rated within the top 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Roberts Wesleyan College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#347 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#254 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#50 in Best Colleges in New York
#37 in Best Private Colleges in New York
#274 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#33 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 965/1250 |
| GPA | 3.6 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 25, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,500 |
| Room and Board | $12,996 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,720 |
| Total One Year Cost | $54,420 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 26% |
| Business | 24% |
| Education | 16% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 4% |
| Psychology | 4% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025