Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Rochester, NY. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.

The RIT's 2024 tuition & fees is $56,664 for the academic year 2023-2024. 76% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $26,782.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 16,615 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).

RIT's acceptance rate is 71.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 18.00%. The median SAT scores is 1370 and the ACT socre is 31.

RIT ranked 64th in National Universities and 12nd in New York Colleges rankings. Rochester Institute of Technology is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Rochester Institute of Technology is $56,664. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $57,764.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $59,973 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $60,696.

Undergraduate$56,664
Graduate$57,764
Undergraduate$59,973
Graduate$60,696

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »71.00% Acceptance Rate / 18.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,370 SAT / 31 ACT
Graduation Rate »72%
Retention Rate85%(full-time), 100% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio7.69% (13 to 1)
Student Population »16,615 (13,940 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$26,782

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Rochester Institute of Technology offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at RIT
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Rochester Institute of Technology Directory Information

Address1 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623-5603
Phone585-475-2411
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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