Roberts Wesleyan University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Rochester, New York with 1,149 undergraduates. It admits 71% of applicants, costs an average of $23,239 a year after grants and graduates 39% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Roberts Wesleyan University acceptance rate and admissions
Roberts Wesleyan University admitted 71% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 505 to 670, math 485 to 635). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Roberts Wesleyan University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Roberts Wesleyan University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Roberts Wesleyan University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $39,712 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,144 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $54,296 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $23,239 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $23,239 a year after grants and scholarships, $31,057 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Roberts Wesleyan University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Roberts Wesleyan University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 39% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $64,154 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,898 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 39% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Roberts Wesleyan University majors and what graduates earn
Roberts Wesleyan University awarded bachelor's degrees in 35 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($90,146).
All 35 majors at Roberts Wesleyan University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Roberts Wesleyan University
12 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 12 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special education | Master's | 104 | $49,957 | $34,266 |
| Social work | Master's | 35 | $55,939 | $41,000 |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 30 | $48,805 | $30,750 |
| Business administration | Master's | 12 | $70,502 | $41,000 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Professional doctorate | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | Master's | 10 | $77,900 | $37,173 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Master's | 7 | $87,611 | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 6 | $103,435 | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,149 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 66% women, 34% men
- 7 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Roberts Wesleyan University?
Roberts Wesleyan University admitted 71% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Roberts Wesleyan University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $39,712. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $23,239 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Roberts Wesleyan University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 505 to 670 in reading and writing and 485 to 635 in math. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Roberts Wesleyan University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Roberts Wesleyan University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Roberts Wesleyan University?
39% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Roberts Wesleyan University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $64,154 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.