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One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better.

History

About one year after the University was founded in 1850, Rochester adopted its beloved motto, Meliora–Latin for “ever better.” A few years later, the first campus was built on eight acres of dandelion-covered pasture. Today, our motto and our dandelion are ever present as tributes to our past and emblems of Rochester’s maverick spirit.

Education

Rochester’s undergraduate and graduate students pursue their academic goals in an environment designed to inspire, support, and empower them.

Our 200-plus programs of study run the gamut, from the traditional to the self-designed. In addition to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, we offer several dual degrees and certificates.

Research

Rochester researchers are scientists and scholars, inventors and conservators, artists and analysts. They know many of the best breakthroughs in knowledge and creativity occur by crossing boundaries.

Students and faculty collaborate using advanced technology to do leading-edge work in areas ranging from virtual reality to nanofabrication.

Career

The Greene Center provides students with the resources and tools needed to develop connections between their personal and professional aspirations, academic pursuits and co-curricular experiences including on-campus employment, research activities, and internships.

Students have access to one-on-one career exploration and industry advising appointments, peer advising through collaboration hours, graduate and professional school preparation, on and off-campus recruitment activities, internship funding for summer internships, programs and events, and alumni connections.

University of Rochester Key Statistics & Highlights

  • #127 Ranking
  • 1,519 Academic Staff
  • 10,177 Students
  • 3,664 Students (int'l)
  • 4,987 Students (female)

University of Rochester Overview

University of Rochester Scholarships

University of Rochester Scholarships

Below you will find scholarships related to University of Rochester. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

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Grant
20000 USD
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Top-Up Scholarship
Need-based

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
18 Dec 2026
Klein Family Scholarship

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
250000 INR
Deadline
31 May 2026
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based

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GyanDhan
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
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Grant
Various benefits
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Not specified
Other Scholarships For Graduate Students

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
72000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Belgian American Educational Foundation (BAEF)

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The Belgian American Educational Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Stipendium Peregrinum

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
LIFE Scholarship
Need-based

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LIFE
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Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
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Independent provider
Grant
25600 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Next 100 (Kitas 100)

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Government of the Republic of Lithuania
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Independent provider
Grant
7000000 KRW
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Not specified
Overseas Exchange Scholarship Program Of Mirae Asset Park Hyeon Joo Foundation

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Education USA
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program - Undergraduate Degree
Merit-based

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Onsi Sawiris Scholarship
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
20000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
Thanks To Scandinavia Grants To Danish Students

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Education USA
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2026
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based

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American Australian Association (AAA)
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based

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American Australian Association (AAA)
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Fulbright Program

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Education USA
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Bakala Foundation Scholarship Program
Merit-based

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Education USA
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Becas La Caixa

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
38000 GBP
Deadline
16 Sep 2026
Marshall Scholarships

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The Association of Commonwealth Universities
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 USD
Deadline
30 Sep 2026
Study Abroad Graduate Scholarships of Chungcheongnam-do

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Education USA
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University of Rochester Rankings

Study Portals Meta Ranking

Top 2.2% United States
Top 3.1% Worldwide

Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.

World University Rankings

127

By Times Higher Education

The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend World University Rankings

2024 2025 2026
133 127 127

Academic Ranking of World Universities

201

By Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Dropped 50 places compared to 2024

ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities

2023 2024 2025
201 151 201

Best Global Universities Rankings

201

By U.S. News & World Report

Dropped 2 places compared to 2025

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings

2024 2025 2026
170 199 201

QS World University Rankings

236

By TopUniversities

The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend QS World University Rankings

2024 2025 2026
224 236 236

Student services

The International Services Office (ISO) provides services to international students, scholars, employees, and other visitors to the University of Rochester, as well as the departments that host and support them. We are responsible for issuing visa documents, advising on relevant immigration matters, and meeting U.S. reporting requirements.

The office also serves as an information resource to assist internationals in adjusting to the United States, the University, and the Rochester community. Explore this site for extensive resources on a wide range of topics and common questions from our international populations!

Housing services

Whether they live on campus or off, our students make Rochester their home. Campus accommodations include residence halls, sororities and fraternities, apartments, and townhouses.

Library services

The heart of any research university is its libraries. The University of Rochester’s libraries offer unique spaces and resources for inspiration, research, and collaboration.

River Campus Libraries includes six libraries and an extensive collection of online databases and journals, as well as the University Archives and the Department of Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation.

ICT services

SharePoint is a web-based tool that enables teams to collaborate using team sites, document publishing, blogs, wikis, and forums. It provides a secure place to store, organize, share, and access information from almost any device and all major web browsers.

  • Computers and Technology
  • Computer Labs
  • Computer Sales
  • Printing
  • ResNet
  • University IT
  • Computer Music Center
  • Technology and Media Production

Medical services

The health, wellness, and safety of our community members is a top priority.

  • Health Service
  • Counseling Center
  • UHS Health Promotion Office
  • Mindful University Project
  • Well-U Employee Wellness
  • Public Safety

Campus life

Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. You’ll find the University’s main campus, the River Campus, and the Medical Center located about two miles south of downtown Rochester. The Eastman School of Music and the Memorial Art Gallery are pillars of the arts scene and festival circuit in the city’s East End and Neighborhood of the Arts.

The 154-acre River Campus—the University’s main academic campus and the home of the River Campus Libraries—is located about two miles south of downtown Rochester by a bend in the Genesee River.

The Eastman School’s downtown campus anchors the city’s cultural district, known as the East End.

Sports facilities

The Robert B. Goergen Athletic Center is the center piece of the River Campus Sports Complex. The extensive renovation of the Athletic Center was inspired by the vision of the Board of Trustees Chairman Robert B. Goergen '60, adviser, friend, and generous donor to the University over many decades.

The Brian F. Prince Athletic Complex was made possible by the leadership, support, and generosity of Brian F. Prince, BS '86, MBA '89

Student clubs

River Campus Clubs

  • Campus Community Connection
  • Students’ Association
  • student government
  • Fraternities and sororities
  • Wilson Commons Student Activities
Eastman School of Music Clubs
  • Eastman student ensembles
  • Student Association
  • Graduate Student Association
Graduate Student Organizations
  • Graduate Organizing Group
  • Simon Business School student clubs
  • Medical students clubs and groups
  • Student Nurse Assembly
  • Warner Graduate Student Association

Accreditation

The University of Rochester is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education

University of Rochester Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
United States Country
Rochester City

University of Rochester Student Reviews & Awards

4.8

Based on 6 reviews

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5/5

Diverse cohort

I have really appreciated my academic achievements while attending Rochester Christian University. The students body is full of diverse students and the faculty is very supportive, welcoming and knowledgeable. As a student who is returning in my later years I've been pleased to see other students older them myself also enjoying learning and being involved in the pursuit of furthering themselves.

Posted by Sandy
Studied from Jan 2023 - Apr 2024
Posted on Jul 2025
5/5

Fantastic education and incredibly diverse

I absolutely loved the University of Rochester. There was a mix between high-level education, an amazing teaching staff, access to top-notch research, and one of the most diverse communities imaginable. While classes were tough and plenty of hard work was needed, studying at the University of Rochester was rewarding and opened up numerous opportunities.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Aug 2020 - May 2024
Posted on May 2025
5/5

UR Review

I love going to school in UR because I was able to find a diverse circle of friends to connect with. Also, I was able to further explore some of my hobbies through their many clubs. The professors are generally good, but there are undergraduate professors who are used to teaching graduate students and it REALLY shows. I've also had issues with uncommunicative advisors and conflicting information about course GPAs and grades, but there's usually another person or department that can be contacted to give correct information, so this is not is not the biggest problem. However, this school is extremely expensive and I am not entirely convinced that it is worth it. My online experience was very limited, but I had a reasonably decent experience. It took some time for the teachers to adapt to the new teaching methods, but it turned out to be quite effective. So far all my teachers have been very friendly and helpful in learning the subjects as they can in smaller classes. When you have a clear plan and purpose, college can be a wonderful place. My current suite is more comfortable and welcoming than I could have ever imagined.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Unknown
Posted on Aug 2023
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