FOUNDED IN 1829, RIT is a privately endowed, coeducational university with nine colleges emphasizing career education and experiential learning.
THE CAMPUS occupies 1,300 acres in suburban Rochester, the third-largest city in New York state. RIT also has international locations in China, Croatia, Dubai, and Kosovo. RIT STUDENT BODY consists of approximately 15,700 undergraduate and 3,200 graduate students. Students from across the United States and from over 100 countries attend RIT. Nearly 3,500 students from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds are enrolled on the main campus along with more than 2,700 international students. An additional 2,200 students are enrolled at RIT’s international locations. RIT is an internationally recognized leader in preparing deaf and hard-of-hearing students for successful careers in professional and technical fields. The university provides unparalleled access and support services for the more than 1,100 deaf and hard-of-hearing students who live, study, and work with hearing students on the RIT campus. COOPERATIVE EDUCATION provides paid career-related work experience in many degree programs. RIT has the fourth-oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs in the world, annually placing more than 4,400 students in nearly 6,000 co-op assignments with more than 2,200 employers across the United States and overseas.
| Basic Information |
| Institution Type |
Private |
| School Size |
Large (more than 15,000) |
| Setting |
Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation |
No Response/Unknown |
| Student Body |
| Acceptance Rate |
50% - 75%
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| Out of State Students |
50% - 75%
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| Single Sex or Co-ed? |
Co-educational
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| Underrepresented Students |
15% - 20%
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| Accomodations for Students with Disabilities |
Services for the hearing impaired
Services for the learning disabled
Services for students with speech and communication disorders
Services for the visually impaired
Wheelchair access
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| Athletics |
Division I Teams
Division III Teams
Intercollegiate Programs
Intramural Programs
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| Applying to Rochester Institute of Technology |
| Average High School GPA |
3.7
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| Average SAT: Mathematics |
630
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| Average SAT: Critical Reading |
590
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| Average SAT: Writing |
580
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| Average ACT Composite |
29
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| Required Test |
Either the SAT or the ACT is required.
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| Essay |
Required
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| Interview |
Not Required
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| Financial Information |
| In-state Tuition |
Over $40,000 |
| Out-of-state Tuition |
Over $40,000 |
| Academic Information |
| Degrees |
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Professional Certification
Masters
Doctorate
3/2 Engineering Program
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| Specific Programs |
Independent Study
Study abroad
Internships
Work-study program
Liberal arts/career combination
Remedial Programs
Accelerated Study
Research Opportunities
Double Major
ROTC
English as a Second Language
Student employment services
Honors Program
Student designed major
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| Open Houses |
| Event Name |
Events For Prospective Students |
| Web Site |
http://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/events-near-you |
| Dates |
No Deadline |
| Description |
Although we strongly encourage a campus visit, we understand that it isn't always possible to make the trip to Rochester. Our admissions staff travels to various parts of the country to interview students in their hometowns and to give information sessions about RIT. You can also meet an admissions representative at area college fairs and selected high schools and community colleges. |
| Application Process |
Registration is available at the following link: http://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/events-near-you |
| Contact |
Ms. Sally Douglas, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: 5854756631
Email: smdadm@rit.edu |
| Event Name |
Fall Open Houses |
| Web Site |
http://www.admissions.rit.edu |
| Dates |
Saturday September 29, 2018 |
| Description |
All prospective students and their families are invited to spend a day on the RIT campus. During an Open House visitors are able to meet faculty, tour campus, residence halls and academic departments, eat lunch in the student cafeteria and listen to a financial aid presentation. |
| Application Process |
https://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/visit/on-campus/open-house, or by phone at 585-475-6631. You may also register from our main web page at www.rit.edu. |
| Contact |
Ms. Sally Douglas, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: 5854755497
Email: smdadm@rit.edu |
| Event Name |
Fall Open Houses |
| Web Site |
http://www.admissions.rit.edu |
| Dates |
Monday October 8, 2018 |
| Description |
All prospective students and their families are invited to spend a day on the RIT campus. During an Open House visitors are able to meet faculty, tour campus, residence halls and academic departments, eat lunch in the student cafeteria and listen to a financial aid presentation. |
| Application Process |
https://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/visit/on-campus/open-house, or by phone at 585-475-6631. You may also register from our main web page at www.rit.edu. |
| Contact |
Ms. Sally Douglas, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: 5854755497
Email: smdadm@rit.edu |
| Event Name |
Fall Open Houses |
| Web Site |
http://www.admissions.rit.edu |
| Dates |
Saturday November 10, 2018 |
| Description |
All prospective students and their families are invited to spend a day on the RIT campus. During an Open House visitors are able to meet faculty, tour campus, residence halls and academic departments, eat lunch in the student cafeteria and listen to a financial aid presentation. |
| Application Process |
https://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/visit/on-campus/open-house, or by phone at 585-475-6631. You may also register from our main web page at www.rit.edu. |
| Contact |
Ms. Sally Douglas, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: 5854755497
Email: smdadm@rit.edu |
| Event Name |
Fall Open Houses |
| Web Site |
http://www.admissions.rit.edu |
| Dates |
Friday December 7, 2018 |
| Description |
All prospective students and their families are invited to spend a day on the RIT campus. During an Open House visitors are able to meet faculty, tour campus, residence halls and academic departments, eat lunch in the student cafeteria and listen to a financial aid presentation. |
| Application Process |
https://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/visit/on-campus/open-house, or by phone at 585-475-6631. You may also register from our main web page at www.rit.edu. |
| Contact |
Ms. Sally Douglas, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: 5854755497
Email: smdadm@rit.edu |
| Event Name |
Accepted Student Open House |
| Web Site |
https://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/visit/on-campus/accepted-openhouse |
| Dates |
Saturday March 30, 2019 |
| Description |
Students who have been accepted for fall 2019 entry will be invited to spend the day on campus. |
| Application Process |
Online registration is available online, https://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/visit/on-campus/accepted-openhouse. |
| Contact |
Ms. Sally Douglas, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: 5854756631
Email: smdadm@rit.edu |
| Event Name |
Accepted Student Open House |
| Web Site |
https://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/visit/on-campus/accepted-openhouse |
| Dates |
Saturday April 6, 2019 |
| Description |
Students who have been accepted for fall 2019 entry will be invited to spend the day on campus. |
| Application Process |
Online registration is available online, https://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/visit/on-campus/accepted-openhouse. |
| Contact |
Ms. Sally Douglas, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: 5854756631
Email: smdadm@rit.edu |
| Event Name |
Spring Preview Day |
| Web Site |
https://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/visit/on-campus/spring-preview-day |
| Dates |
Friday April 12, 2019 |
| Description |
All high school students and their families, starting their college search process are invited to spend a day on the RIT campus. This is a perfect first look at RIT for high school juniors, sophomores, and freshmen. |
| Application Process |
https://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/visit/on-campus/spring-preview-day |
| Contact |
Ms. Sally Douglas, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: 5854756631
Email: smdadm@rit.edu |
| Scholarships |
| Scholarship Name |
RIT Presidential Scholarships |
| Web Site |
https://www.rit.edu/emcs/financialaid/table_merit.html |
| Application Deadline |
Monday January 15, 2018 |
| Description |
Awarded to a select number of entering freshmen. Recipients demonstrate exceptional academic performance; receive exemplary letters of recommendation as well as strong entrance exam scores. $10,000 to $16,000 per year. Renewable.
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| Application Process |
| All freshman applications submitted to RIT by November 15 (Early Decision), January 15 (Regular Decision), or November 1 for spring entry will be reviewed for possible selection. |
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| Contact |
Ms. Sally Douglas, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: 5854755497
Email: smdadm@rit.edu |
| Scholarship Name |
RIT Founders Scholarship |
| Web Site |
https://www.rit.edu/emcs/financialaid/table_merit.html |
| Application Deadline |
Monday January 15, 2018 |
| Description |
Named to recognize the founders of RIT and its forerunners. Founders Scholarships are awarded to admitted freshmen who have excelled academically, are active and involved in their schools or community, or demonstrate special talents or abilities. Consideration may also be given to outstanding leadership, service, entrepreneurship, citizenship or creativity. Portfolio evaluations or other evidence of creative excellence will also be considered for applicants to art, crafts, design, film, and photography programs. $7,000 to $10,000 per year. Students qualifying for an additional RIT merit-based scholarship will automatically be awarded the scholarship with the highest amount. Renewable. |
| Application Process |
All freshman applications submitted to RIT by November 15 (Early Decision), January 15 (Regular Decision), or November 1 for spring entry will be reviewed for possible selection. |
| Contact |
Ms. Sally Douglas, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: 5854756631
Email: smdadm@rit.edu |
| Early Admission |
| Early Admission Name |
Early Decision I |
| Web Site |
https://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/apply/freshman/how-to-apply/early-decision |
| Application Deadline |
Thursday November 1, 2018 |
| Description |
Early decision is a great option for freshmen applicants who have identified RIT as their first-choice college. There are several advantages to applying Early Decision: · Early notification of an admissions decision · Priority selection during the housing assignment process · Early financial aid package |
| Application Process |
To apply for Early Decision I, please select the appropriate field on the admission application and submit it along with all supporting credentials (including transcripts, SAT or ACT scores, and recommendation) by November 1 in order to have your Early Decision notification mailed by mid-December. Like other Early Decision Plans, students can only apply to one college/university as an Early Decision applicant. You may apply to other colleges at the same time under their Regular Decision or Early Action Plans. Early Decision applicants who would like to receive an early estimate of financial aid eligibility should submit the FAFSA. The recommended filing date is on or before November 1. RIT will provide Early Decision applicants with a financial aid package before they need to submit their acceptance deposit on January 15. |
| Contact |
Ms. Sally Douglas, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: 5854756631
Email: smdadm@rit.edu |
| Early Admission Name |
Early Decision II |
| Web Site |
https://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/apply/freshman/how-to-apply/early-decision |
| Application Deadline |
Tuesday January 1, 2019 |
| Description |
Early decision is a great option for freshmen applicants who have identified RIT as their first-choice college. There are several advantages to applying Early Decision: · Early notification of an admissions decision · Priority selection during the housing assignment process · Early financial aid package |
| Application Process |
To apply for Early Decision II, please select the appropriate field on the admission application and submit it along with all supporting credentials (including transcripts, SAT or ACT scores, and recommendation) by January 1 in order to have your Early Decision II notification mailed by mid-January. Like other Early Decision Plans, students can only apply to one college/university as an Early Decision applicant. You may apply to other colleges at the same time under their Regular Decision or Early Action Plans. Early Decision applicants who would like to receive an early estimate of financial aid eligibility should submit the FAFSA. The recommended filing date is on or before January 1. RIT will provide Early Decision II applicants with a financial aid package before they need to submit their acceptance deposit on February 15. |
| Contact |
Ms. Sally Douglas, Senior Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: 5854756631
Email: smdadm@rit.edu |
