Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences
University of Rochester is a private institution in Rochester with particular strength in health sciences and biology. With an average SAT of 1480, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 6.5K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
84% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $79,042 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $30,248.
Established
1850
Motto
Meliora
Mascot
Rocky the Yellowjacket
Type
Private research university
Conference
Division III of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division I
36%Acceptance
1480SAT Avg
6,488Students
9:1Student:Faculty
84%Grad Rate
$79,042Earnings 10yr
$30,248Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate35.9%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1480
Reading & WritingMid: 700
690750
MathMid: 745
710790
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 33
3134
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$64,348
Room & Board$18,924
Books & Supplies$1,310
Total Cost of Attendance$82,600
Average Net Price$30,248
Median Debt at Graduation$21,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$223
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$13,743
$30–48K$16,102
$48–75K$21,177
$75–110K$29,822
$110K+$48,528
Programs (190)
Student Body
Undergrads
6,488
Gender Split
53% / 47%
Women / Men
First Generation
19%
Pell Grant Recipients
16%
Race & Ethnicity
White 39%
Black 5%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 18%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 23%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate84.5%
Freshman Retention92.5%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$68,333
8 Years$75,218
10 Years$79,042
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$70,600
Men
$77,900
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Yellowjackets
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia