University of Rochester
Location: Rochester, NY (suburban, mid-sized city)
Size: 6,521 students
Avg percent need-met: 97%
Acceptance rate: 35%
Middle 50% ACT: 30-34 **Test Optional**
Middle 50% SAT: 1330-1500 **Test Optional**
Rochester is a school of endless opportunities, including research, advanced classes, and study abroad. They have an open curriculum without general education requirements, allowing students to pursue multiple academic interests. They encourage hands-on learning, and over three-quarters of undergraduates participate in research. Classes require a lot of work, and studying tends to preoccupy the study body, but professors are incredible and you’ll receive a quality education. With an active social scene including clubs and Greek life, for a medium-sized school, U Rochester has a big-school feel.
Popular majors / known for: Engineering, Nursing, Economics, Biology
Academic approach: Research university with an open curriculum
Campus tradition: Student orgs and groups regularly paint the Eastman Quad tunnel to raise awareness or announce special events
Check out campus photos here!
Campus Life
Has Hajim School of Engineering and Eastman School of Music, along with graduate schools in medicine, dentistry, education, nursing, and business.
200+ degree programs including several 3:2 programs, which allow you to earn your bachelor's and master's in five years, and Take 5 Scholars
Over 200 student organizations (including Quidditch Club)
23 varsity sports competing at the D3 level
77% of undergraduate students participate in research -- check out the Office of Undergraduate Research
Application Details
RD deadline: January 5th
Priority deadline: December 1st
Supplemental essays: Yes
Application fee: $50
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: Required, due February 15th
Interviews: Important
School also featured in: Coaches Choice, Engineering, Music and Performing Arts, Pre-Health, Similar to Highly Selective - MIT, LGBTQIA+ Affirming