Roberts Wesleyan University
About Roberts Wesleyan University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Roberts Wesleyan University is a private university in Rochester, NY. It has a 99.5% acceptance rate and a 68.1% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,033 students.
Founded
1866
Location
Rochester, New York
Students
1,716
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
70.6%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
66.7%
Near national average
Tuition
$38,826
Per year
Avg Net Price
$23,130
After financial aid
SAT Average
1170
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$55,031
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
70.6 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Roberts Wesleyan University accepts 70.6% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1170/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Average: 26 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
66.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
83.6%
4-Year Grad
55%
6-Year Grad
64%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
91.8%
$/Student
$9.2K
Class Size
Medium
While 55% finish in 4 years, 83.6% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$38,826
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,976
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$52,919
After Financial Aid
$23,130
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$22,922
Receive Grants
35.4%
Take Loans
60.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $52,919/yr, including $12,976 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $23,130.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Roberts Wesleyan University fund their education.
While in School
35.4%
Get Grants
Free money
60.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$53,344
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$252/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $23,750 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Roberts Wesleyan University.
Gender
66.1%
Female
34%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,149
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
567
Graduates
27.2%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
26.7%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 27.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,149
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Roberts Wesleyan University fields 11 varsity teams with 601 student athletes, about 52% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
East Coast
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Track and Field (Indoor)
Student Athletes
601
52% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
333
Men
268
Women
9
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Roberts Wesleyan Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$55,031
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$50K
36 grads
4yr Earnings
Education, Other
$36K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$44K
20 grads
4yr Earnings
Social Work
$37K
17 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$47K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $56K six years out, growing to $55K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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