Rochester, NY

University of Rochester

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
University of Rochester is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Rochester, NY.
It is a R1 university with very high research activities.
University of Rochester is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

40% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 21,384 applied, 8,570 accepted, and 1,317 enrolled in UR.
682 men and 635 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

1,490 SAT, 33 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,490 and ACT score is 33. The SAT score of 1490 is very high, 96 to 98 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total141014901540
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing680720750
Math730770790
ACT Score
Composite313334
Math303335
English333435

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $67,080 for undergraduate programs and $39,310 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 4.25% compared to last year at University of Rochester.

Financial Aid

4,656 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $40,475.
For freshmen, 1,222 students (75%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $41,700.

Student Population

A total of 11,946 students enrolled UR in 2025.
By gender, 5,619 men and 6,327 women students are enrolled.
There are 6,580 undergraduate and 5,366 graduate students.

322 Major Programs

  • 1 programs through online
  • 185 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of UR is 85% and the transfer-out rate is 4%.
The retention rate is 91% for full-time and 91% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
85%
Transfer-out Rate
4%
Retention Rate
91%
Students to Faculty Ratio
9 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 3,081 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for UR and the average faculty salary is $133,510. The studetns to faculty ratio is 9 to 1.
There are 10,611 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $84,441.
Number of Faculties
3,081
Average Faculty Salary
$133,510
Number of Staffs
10,611
Average Staff Salary
$84,441

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries