Rochester Institute of Technology Acceptance Rate &
Rochester Institute of Technology is a private research university in Rochester, New York, with about 13,215 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 66.93% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $76,571 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $59,274
- 2024 Average Net Price: $34,906 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 66.93% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 13,215 97.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 69.89%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 19.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 3.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 70.3%
- Average SAT Score: 1383
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 16,545
- Applicants (IPEDS): 24,269
- Room & Board: $16,142 annual estimate
Rochester Institute of Technology: what the data shows
Common questions about Rochester Institute of Technology, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Rochester Institute of Technology?
Rochester Institute of Technology is located in Rochester, NY (ZIP 14623-5603).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Rochester Institute of Technology public or private?
Rochester Institute of Technology is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Rochester Institute of Technology cost?
Published tuition: $59,274.
Average net price after aid: $34,906.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $24,680 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $24,820 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $28,874 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $34,510 |
| $110,001+ | $44,970 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $237,096.
How hard is it to get into Rochester Institute of Technology?
Admission rate: 66.93%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1383 and midpoint ACT 31.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Rochester Institute of Technology?
Total enrollment: 13,215 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 16,545 students.
Graduate enrollment: 2,831 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Rochester Institute of Technology?
150%-time completion rate: 69.89%.
First-year retention: 88.8%.
What do graduates of Rochester Institute of Technology earn?
Median earnings: $65,457 six years after entry; $76,571 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,778.
27.24% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Rochester Institute of Technology known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Computer Science (347 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (247 completions)
- Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation (185 completions)
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (161 completions)
- Electrical and Computer Engineering (158 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other (120 completions)
- Computer Software Engineering (118 completions)
- Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other (92 completions)
- Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician (89 completions)
- Cinematography and Film/Video Production (87 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Rochester Institute of Technology a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 66.93%; completion rate 69.89%; median earnings $76,571 at 10 years; net price $34,906. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$59,274
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Rochester Institute of Technology was $59,274.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$34,906
2024 Value
In 2024 Rochester Institute of Technology had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $34,906.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$139,624 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$34,906 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$237,096 4-Year Tuition
$16,142 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,100 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$76,516 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$306,064 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Rochester Institute of Technology.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.24% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
52.91% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Rochester Institute of Technology was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Rochester Institute of Technology in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $34,424 | $34,424 | $25,155 |
| 2014 | $35,768 | $35,768 | $25,256 |
| 2015 | $37,124 | $37,124 | $26,410 |
| 2016 | $38,568 | $38,568 | $27,348 |
| 2017 | $40,068 | $40,068 | $29,895 |
| 2018 | $42,345 | $42,345 | $30,068 |
| 2019 | $45,890 | $45,890 | $33,167 |
| 2020 | $51,240 | $51,240 | $34,822 |
| 2021 | $52,756 | $52,756 | $30,765 |
| 2022 | $54,518 | $54,518 | $28,776 |
| 2023 | $57,016 | $57,016 | $29,694 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
66.93% Acceptance Rate
24,269 Total Applicants
17,328 Students Admitted
3,056 First-Time Students Enrolled
17.64% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1383
ACT Average: 31
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.5 - 3.7
Estimated Median GPA: 3.60
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Rochester Institute of Technology reported total enrollment of about 13,215 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 65% male and 35% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (60.2%), Asian (12.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (10.4%). About 27.24% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 19.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
97.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Rochester Institute of Technology in 2024 is 13,215 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 16,545 students. Graduate enrollment is about 2,831 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
88.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 60.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
28.21% 100% Completion Time
69.89% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 28.21% of students graduating from Rochester Institute of Technology completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Computer Science: 81% male / 19% female
- Mechanical Engineering: 75% male / 25% female
- Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation: 85% male / 15% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Rochester Institute of Technology.
Return on Investment
$26,778 Median Student Debt
$76,571 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
34.97% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
448.41% Return on Investment
3.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Rochester Institute of Technology.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 129 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Computer Science: 347 completions
2. Mechanical Engineering: 247 completions
3. Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation: 185 completions
4. Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 161 completions
5. Electrical and Computer Engineering: 158 completions
6. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 120 completions
7. Computer Software Engineering: 118 completions
8. Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other: 92 completions
9. Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician: 89 completions
Most popular programs at Rochester Institute of Technology.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Rochester Institute of Technology graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Rochester Institute of Technology from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 70.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $11,525
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $21,369
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Rochester Institute of Technology is a private non-profit institution located in Rochester, NY, classified as Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation. Enrollment is approximately 13,215 students. Student body composition includes White (60.2%), Asian (12.1%), Hispanic or Latino (10.4%). The admission rate is 66.93%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1383. The 150%-time completion rate is 69.89%. Approximately 27.24% of students receive Pell Grants. About 19.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Location
Rochester, NY 14623-5603
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 129 distinct degree programs, Rochester Institute of Technology provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rochester Institute of Technology located?
Rochester Institute of Technology is located in Rochester, NY.
What is Rochester Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Rochester Institute of Technology is 66.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 24,269 applicants and 17,328 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Rochester Institute of Technology cost?
Reported tuition is $59,274 and average net price is $34,906 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $16,142 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Rochester Institute of Technology?
Rochester Institute of Technology reports undergraduate enrollment of about 16,545 students, White (60.2%), Asian (12.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Rochester Institute of Technology?
About 19.5% of students at Rochester Institute of Technology are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Rochester Institute of Technology?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Rochester Institute of Technology reports midpoint SAT about 1383 and midpoint ACT about 31.
What do graduates of Rochester Institute of Technology earn?
Median earnings are $65,457 six years after entry and $76,571 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Rochester Institute of Technology?
The 150%-time completion rate is 69.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Rochester Institute of Technology students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,778.
Is Rochester Institute of Technology public or private?
Rochester Institute of Technology is a private nonprofit institution located in Rochester, NY.
Is Rochester Institute of Technology an HBCU?
No. Rochester Institute of Technology is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Rochester Institute of Technology a tribal college?
No. Rochester Institute of Technology is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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- Mid East regional profile
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.