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Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester, NY • private
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Acceptance
71.4%
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Grad Rate
71%
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Cost
$75,566
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Rankings
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Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Suburban
Student Population
Undergrad: 16,004 • Total: 19,382
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
23 The Quarter Mile Walkway
Rochester, NY
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Website
rochester.edu
Region
Northeast
Carnegie Classification
Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 10,469 (65.4%) • Female: 5,535 (34.6%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 1,698 10.6%
Black/African American 733 4.6%
Hispanic/Latino 1,298 8.1%
White 8,374 52.3%
Two or More Races 760 4.7%
International 629 3.9%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
71.4%
17,328 admitted from 24,269 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 640-720
Math: 640-740
Total: 1280-1460
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
29-33
Application Types Offered
EA ED I ED II RD
Application Requirements
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Application Fee
$65
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/01/2025
ED I: 11/01/2025
ED II: 01/01/2026
RD: 01/15/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
70.8%
4-Year Graduation Rate
26.6%
Freshman Retention Rate
88.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
15.1:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$75,566
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $58,324
Room & Board
$16,142
Books & Supplies
$1,100
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $24,680
$30,001-48,000 $24,820
$48,001-75,000 $28,874
$75,001-110,000 $34,510
$110,001+ $44,970
Students Receiving Pell Grants
89%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$39,753

🏈 Athletics

Conference
Liberty League
Men's Sports (12)
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Ice Hockey Lacrosse Rowing Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field (Indoor)
Women's Sports (12)
Basketball Cross Country Ice Hockey Lacrosse Rowing Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field (Indoor)
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Common questions about Rochester Institute of Technology

What is Rochester Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?
Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 71% of applicants, from 24,269 applications.
How much does Rochester Institute of Technology cost?
Tuition and fees are $58,324. Families earning under $30,000 pay $24,680 on average after aid.
Does Rochester Institute of Technology require SAT or ACT scores?
Rochester Institute of Technology does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What ACT score do you need for Rochester Institute of Technology?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 29 and 33 on the ACT.
What is Rochester Institute of Technology's graduation rate?
71% of students graduate within six years.