Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
About Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is a private engineering college in Terre Haute, Indiana. Consistently ranked #1 among undergraduate engineering schools without doctoral programs, its graduates earn a median salary of over $101,000.
Founded
1874
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana
Students
2,328
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
76.9%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
78.2%
Near national average
Tuition
$58,649
Per year
Avg Net Price
$42,513
After financial aid
SAT Average
1427
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$101,253
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$60
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Feb 1
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology accepts the majority of applicants at 76.9%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1427/ 1600
ACT Scores
31/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
78.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
91.7%
4-Year Grad
75%
6-Year Grad
87%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
95.7%
$/Student
$20.0K
Class Size
Medium
75% of students graduate on time, and 95.7% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$58,649
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$17,727
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$77,890
After Financial Aid
$42,513
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$36,843
Receive Grants
11.8%
Take Loans
41.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $77,890/yr, including $17,727 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $42,513.
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 Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology fund their education.
While in School
11.8%
Get Grants
Free money
41.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$105,358
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $101K 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 Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.
Gender
24.4%
Female
76%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,309
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
19
Graduates
14.4%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.5%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 76% of the student body. 8.2% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,309
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology fields 12 varsity teams with 707 student athletes, about 31% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Heartland
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track and Field (Indoor)
Student Athletes
707
31% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
72% / 28%
507
Men
200
Women
10
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technologyearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$101,253
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Mechanical Engineering
$79K
121 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
$100K
63 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Engineering
$92K
63 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering
$80K
35 grads
1yr Earnings
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
$72K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Chemical Engineering
$82K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates start at $86K six years out, climb to $76K by year eight, and reach $101K by year ten. That upward trajectory shows the degree keeps paying off.
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