University of Rochester
Location: Rochester, NY (urban, large 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**
The University of Rochester is a school of endless opportunities including advanced classes and study abroad. Their main feature is research. The have an open curriculum, without just one general education requirement, allowing students to really explore varied academic interests. They encourage hands on learning, and over 75% of undergraduates participate in research in some form! Classes require a lot of work, and studying tends to be a main focus of the student body. Professors are incredible, though, and you will receive a fantastic education. There is an active social scene that includes clubs and Greek life.
Popular majors / known for: Engineering, Business, Pre-Health, Economics, Visual and Performing Arts
Academic approach: Research university with an open curriculum. The only thing students are required to do, beyond their major, is take courses to ensure they build skills in written communication.
Fun fact: The University of Rochester only has one division 1 sports team, and it's the squash team!
Check out campus photos here!
Why Coaches Love It:
There is so much freedom in your academics at Rochester. It's a great school for engineering/computer science, but you can also explore so many other fields in ways that allow you to truly pursue multiple academic interests. - Kara
While STEM is a strong suit of the University of Rochester, humanities and social sciences are not sacrificed as a result, which is nice to see in a research university
There is a strong social scene and many things for students to do outside of class!
The financial aid is strong, despite note being 100% need met they are close enough that most students won't notice a difference
Application Details
**Test Optional**
RD deadline: January 5th,
Early Action deadline: None
Supplemental essays: Yes
Application fee: $50
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: Required, due February 15th
Interviews: Important
School also featured in: Engineering, Music and Performing Arts, Pre-Health, Big School Feel, Similar to Highly Selective - MIT, LGBTQIA+ Affirming