Rochester Institute of Technology
About Rochester Institute of Technology
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Rochester Institute of Technology is a private university in Rochester, New York. It is known for its co-op education program, strong engineering and computing programs, and the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the largest technological college for deaf students in the world.
Founded
1829
Location
Rochester, New York
Students
16,046
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
66.9%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
69.9%
Near national average
Tuition
$59,274
Per year
Avg Net Price
$34,906
After financial aid
SAT Average
1383
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$76,571
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
66.9 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$65
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Jan 15
Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 66.9% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1383/ 1600
ACT Scores
31/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
69.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
88.8%
4-Year Grad
25%
6-Year Grad
71%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
70.3%
$/Student
$21.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 25% graduation rate is below average, but 88.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$59,274
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$16,142
Books & Supplies
$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance
$74,626
After Financial Aid
$34,906
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$24,680
Receive Grants
27.2%
Take Loans
52.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $74,626/yr, including $16,142 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $34,906.
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 Rochester Institute of Technology fund their education.
While in School
27.2%
Get Grants
Free money
52.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$69,191
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$26,778
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$284/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $26,778 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $77K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Rochester Institute of Technology.
Gender
35.1%
Female
65%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
13,215
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,831
Graduates
19.5%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
2.8%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 19.5% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
13,215
Students
private
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
What Students Say
Pros
- +Co-op program provides extensive work experience
- +Strong deaf and hard-of-hearing community (NTID)
- +Top-tier programs in design, tech, and engineering
- +New facilities and modern campus investments
Cons
- -Rochester winters are long and snowy
- -Quarter system moves very fast
- -Gender ratio skews male in many programs
- -Campus can feel socially quiet
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Rochester Institute of Technology fields 14 varsity teams with 754 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Upstate
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
14
Biggest: Track and Field (Indoor)
Student Athletes
754
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
451
Men
303
Women
12
Men's Teams
12
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Rochester Institute of Technologyearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$76,571
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Computer Science
$95K
195 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Engineering
$91K
186 grads
1yr Earnings
Mechanical Engineering
$76K
173 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Software and Media Applications
$69K
154 grads
1yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
$35K
149 grads
1yr Earnings
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
$29K
116 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $65K at six years, $59K at eight, and $77K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.