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Your chances of getting into Rochester Institute of Technology

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

67.2%
Admission Difficulty for Rochester Institute of Technology
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Exceptional 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at RIT is 67.2%.  Its admission rate is the 64th lowest in New York.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into RIT and can you get accepted?

RIT is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 16,105 out of the 23,976 who applied were admitted.

Rochester Institute of Technology typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.7. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 20% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into RIT ?

67% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Rochester Institute of Technology you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.7 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1360 on the SAT
  • Score 31 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

RIT GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.7

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Rochester Institute of Technology?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into RIT are to have around a 3.7 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as RIT accepts 67% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at RIT is 3.7 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #28 in New York for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since RIT is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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RIT SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Rochester Institute of Technology. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 45% of students submitted SAT scores and 11% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1270-1450

Applicants Submitting SAT 

45%
SAT Scores for Rochester Institute of Technology
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 630
Math 25th Percentile 640
Composite 25th Percentile 1270
SAT Scores for Rochester Institute of Technology
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 710
Math 75th Percentile 740
Composite 75th Percentile 1450
Average SAT Score 1360

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Rochester Institute of Technology?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at RIT is 1360 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1270-1450. Students who get into Rochester Institute of Technology score in the top 15 percent of all SAT test takers..  RIT ranks #19 in the state of New York and #126 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1360 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. RIT regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1270 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1270, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1180, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Rochester Institute of Technology is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1360 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1360, you have around a 67% chance of being admitted. A 1450 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 79% chance of getting in.

Rochester Institute of Technology admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1450 and Above Good >79%
1360 to 1450 Avg + 67%-79%
1270 to 1360 Avg - 52%-67%
1180 to 1270 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 1180 Low <36%
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RIT ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

29-33 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

11%
ACT Scores for Rochester Institute of Technology
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 26
Math 25th Percentile 27
Composite 25th Percentile 29
ACT Scores for Rochester Institute of Technology
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 34
Math 75th Percentile 32
Composite 75th Percentile 33
Average ACT Score 31

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into RIT ?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to RIT is 31, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 29 and 33.  The school ranks #14 in New York and #94 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 31. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 29 and score in the score in the top 9 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 27.

11 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Rochester Institute of Technology.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Rochester Institute of Technology is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into RIT for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 31 score has around 67% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 79% with a 33 ACT score.

Rochester Institute of Technology admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
33 and Above Good >79%
31 to 33 Avg + 67%-79%
29 to 31 Avg - 52%-67%
27 to 29 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 27 Low <36%
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High School Class Rank

74% of Rochester Institute of Technology freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 43% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Rochester Institute of Technology students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 43%
Top 25% of class 74%
Top 50% of class 95%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Rochester Institute of Technology admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 9,446 14,528 23,976
Accepted 6,451 9,652 16,105
Acceptance Rate 68% 66% 67%
Enrolled 1,076 2,124 3,202
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 17% 22% 20%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

21

Applicants have 21 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Rochester Institute of Technology is $65.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Rochester Institute of Technology and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Rochester Institute of Technology Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Required to be considered for admission

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Rochester Institute of Technology
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because RIT is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.7 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1360 on the SAT and 31 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=195003 IPEDS survey data for Rochester Institute of Technology.

Last updated February 24, 2024