University of Rochester
Private college · Rochester, NY · 6,331 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
40%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1410–1540
ACT (middle 50%)
31–34
Average net price
$34,347
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$89,562
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
83%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into University of Rochester?
University of Rochester accepts about 40 of every 100 applicants (40%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1410 and 1540 on the SAT. A score at or above 1540 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1410, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 31–34.
The latest federal data says University of Rochester is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Rochester's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Rochester cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $89,562 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $34,347 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $70,306 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$70,306
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$70,306
- Room & board$20,698
- Total cost of attendance$89,562
- Average net price after grants$34,347
Popular majors
Biology, Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Social Sciences, Engineering.
University of Rochester FAQ
- What is University of Rochester's acceptance rate?
- 40% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for University of Rochester?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1410–1540. Aim for 1540 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Rochester?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 31–34.
- Is University of Rochester test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Rochester is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Rochester's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Rochester cost?
- About $89,562 a year before aid; $34,347 on average after grants.
- What is University of Rochester's FAFSA school code?
- 002894. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Rochester receives your information.
- What is University of Rochester's graduation rate?
- 83% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to University of Rochester
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattan School of MusicNew York, NY | 41% | — | $55,613 | 77% |
| Binghamton UniversityVestal, NY | 39% | 1340–1500 | $20,907 | 82% |
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