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Private urban college in New York
The Rockefeller University is a private urban institution in New York, New York. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
Established
1901
Motto
Scientia pro bono humani generis
Type
Private graduate-only university
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News & Alerts
program2026-03-15
The Rockefeller University Launches New Data Science Minor
Cost & Financial Aid
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Tuition—
Financial Intel
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
35.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
16
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Programs (2)
Student Body
Undergrads
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
160Very High
Estimated from NY state average + large city premium
Climate (School Year)
Snowfall: 30"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125
Nearest Cities
New Yorkpop. 8.3M
4 mi(7 min)
Philadelphiapop. 1.6M
85 mi(147 min)
Baltimorepop. 570K
174 mi(302 min)