Rochester Institute of Technology is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Rochester, New York with 13,215 undergraduates. It admits 67% of applicants, costs an average of $37,232 a year after grants and graduates 70% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Rochester Institute of Technology acceptance rate and admissions
Rochester Institute of Technology admitted 67% 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 650 to 720, math 650 to 740). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Rochester Institute of Technology application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early decision II | Jan 1, 2027 |
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Regular decision | Jan 15, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early decision II, Jan 1, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: $65 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Rochester Institute of Technology’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.
Rochester Institute of Technology tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $61,804 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $16,750 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $77,257 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $37,232 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $37,232 a year after grants and scholarships, $40,025 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 Rochester Institute of Technology's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Rochester Institute of Technology graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 70% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $84,700 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 30% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Rochester Institute of Technology majors and what graduates earn
Rochester Institute of Technology awarded bachelor's degrees in 68 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from IT and network administration ($138,679).
All 68 majors at Rochester Institute of Technology
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 Rochester Institute of Technology
63 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 63 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer science | Master's | 139 | $113,766 | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 122 | $71,984 | $39,653 |
| Information science | Master's | 77 | n/a | n/a |
| Mechanical engineering | Master's | 74 | $88,006 | $20,500 |
| Electrical and Computer Engineering | Master's | 53 | $100,089 | $20,500 |
| Computer and information sciences | Master's | 44 | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | Master's | 41 | $113,461 | n/a |
| Radio, TV and digital media | Master's | 39 | $52,886 | n/a |
| Computer engineering | Master's | 36 | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 33 | $117,017 | $20,500 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 31 | n/a | $40,074 |
| Industrial engineering | Master's | 28 | $86,722 | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 28 | $94,008 | $41,000 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | Master's | 24 | n/a | n/a |
| Materials Sciences | Master's | 23 | $86,179 | n/a |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | Master's | 22 | n/a | $20,500 |
| Applied Statistics | Master's | 22 | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians | Master's | 19 | $84,717 | n/a |
| Public Policy Analysis | Master's | 19 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 18 | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | Master's | 17 | n/a | n/a |
| Manufacturing Engineering | Master's | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Data analytics | Master's | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | Doctoral | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Applied mathematics | Master's | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | Master's | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering, general | Doctoral | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | Doctoral | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 11 | $47,789 | n/a |
| Engineering-Related Fields | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Sustainability Studies | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Mechanical engineering | Doctoral | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Astronomy | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | Master's | 8 | $74,900 | n/a |
| Medical Illustration and Informatics | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| American Sign Language | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Astronomy | Doctoral | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Research and experimental psychology | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Film and photography | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering, general | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical and Computer Engineering | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Applied mathematics | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical Sciences, General | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Biomedical engineering | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Sustainability Studies | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Health professions, general | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Hospitality management | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical engineering | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical Sciences, General | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Woodworking | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Human resources | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Rochester Institute of Technology
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 12 | $71,031 | $86,002 | $15,000 |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 13,215 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 35% women, 65% men
- 13 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 Rochester Institute of Technology?
Rochester Institute of Technology admitted 67% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Rochester Institute of Technology cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $61,804. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $37,232 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Rochester Institute of Technology?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 650 to 720 in reading and writing and 650 to 740 in math, and 29 to 33 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Rochester Institute of Technology test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Rochester Institute of Technology reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Rochester Institute of Technology?
70% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Rochester Institute of Technology graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $84,700 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.