Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Rochester, New York |
| Online | rochester.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of Rochester is situated on a 707-acre campus along the Genesee River in Rochester, New York, approximately 90 minutes from Buffalo. Founded in 1850, the institution is characterized by its River Campus featuring Gothic Revival architecture and the modern Medical Center complex. The private research university maintains selective admission standards and is recognized for its comprehensive research programs, particularly in optics, medicine, and musical arts through the Eastman School of Music. Engineering, biological sciences, economics, and performing arts represent major areas of academic focus, while the university's Rochester Curriculum allows students to customize their course of study without standard core requirements. Most undergraduates reside in campus housing for their first two years, with accommodation options ranging from traditional residence halls to themed housing communities, and the university competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Yellowjackets.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
U of R is rated within the top 13% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Rochester within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#53 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#52 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Colleges in New York
#10 in Best Private Colleges in New York
#146 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1390/1540 |
| ACT | 31/34 |
| GPA | 3.75 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 5, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,310 |
| Other Fees | $1,128 |
| Room and Board | $18,232 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,380 |
| Total One Year Cost | $82,600 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 20% |
| Biology | 13% |
| Health Professions | 11% |
| Psychology | 11% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 10% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024