2014-15 Fact Sheet Arts, Sciences and Engineering Arts, Sciences and Engineering Full time Undergraduate Graduate Part time Undergraduate Graduate Total 5,189 1,204 38 28 6,459 5,942 3,062 432 324 1,300 11,060 Student Life Student organizations Applied 16,390 Admitted 5,985 Enrolled 1,298 Acceptance rate 35% Enrolled Early Decision 22% Academic Profile of Enrolled Students University-wide Full time Undergraduate Graduate First Professional Part time Undergraduate Graduate Total Required: Class of 2018 Profile Student Enrollment 250+ Varsity sports teams 23 Fraternities 19 Sororities 15 Students participating in fraternities & sororities 24% Students involved in undergraduate research 77% Students involved in clubs and organizations 90% Students living on campus 93% Students participating in internships 96% Student Outcomes Top 10% of high school class 72% Top 25% of high school class 93% Average high school GPA 3.8 Standardized Test Scores (Mid-50%) of Enrolled Students SAT Critical Reading 600-700 SAT Math 640-760 SAT Writing 610-710 ACT Composite 29-33 Female 48% Male 52% In-state 33% States represented 45 Countries represented 73 Class of 2018 – Diversity 4% Asian American 12% Hispanic/Latino 7% Multiracial 2% Freshman retention rate 97% Native American <1% Graduation rate (4 years) 77% White, non-Hispanic 50% Graduation rate (6 years) National average: 66% 85% Graduates pursuing further study within one year of receiving their bachelor’s 41% Acceptance rate to law school National average: 76% 95% Acceptance rate to med school National average: 44% 66% Unreported 2% International 24% Transfer Students Applied • Common Application or Universal College Application (including supplements) • High school and all college transcripts • Standardized test results • Teacher/counselor recommendations Recommended: • Interview • Original graded paper (<500 words) Testing Policy Admission to the College of Arts, Sciences and Engineering is based on a holistic review process that includes a test-flexible philosophy. As we seek to enroll a diverse and talented class each year, our review procedures incorporate a variety of factors, including many kinds of academic records. A wide variety of test results can fulfill this requirement. Admissions & Aid Deadlines Due by 12:00 a.m. EST on deadline listed below. Class of 2018 – Demographics African American/Black Applying to the University 1,128 Admitted 335 Enrolled 140 Average GPA of enrolled students 3.5 Early Decision Application – November 1 CSS PROFILE – December 1 FAFSA – February 15 Notification – December 15 Note: Rochester offers a secondchance, Early Decision option each year during December. Students who may want this option should complete their application by January 5. Regular Decision Application – January 5 CSS PROFILE & FAFSA – February 15 Notification – April 1 Transfer Admissions: Fall Application – March 15 for priority consideration CSS PROFILE & FAFSA – March 15 Notification – Rolling, starting March 1 Transfer Admissions: Spring Application – October 1 for priority consideration CSS PROFILE & FAFSA – October 1 Notification – Rolling, starting October 1 Undergraduate Majors School of Arts and Sciences African & African-American Studies American Sign Language American Studies Anthropology Archaeology, Technology, & Historical Structures Art History Biological Sciences: - Biochemistry* - Cell & Developmental Biology* - Ecology & Evolutionary Biology* - Microbiology* - Molecular Genetics* - Neuroscience* Biology Brain & Cognitive Sciences Business: - Business Administration** - Corporate Finance & Accounting** - Marketing** Chemistry Classics Comparative Literature Creative Writing Digital Media Studies East Asian Studies Economics English Literature Environmental Science Environmental Studies Film & Media Studies Financial Economics French Geological Sciences Geomechanics German History Interdepartmental Studies International Relations Italian Studies** pending Japanese Language, Media, & Communication Latin American Studies** pending Linguistics Mathematics: - Applied Mathematics - Mathematics - Mathematics & Statistics Music Philosophy Physics Physics & Astronomy Political Science Psychology Public Health Programs: - Bioethics* - Environmental Health* ** pending - Epidemiology* - Health, Behavior, & Society* - Health Policy* Religion Russian Russian Studies Spanish Statistics Studio Arts Theatre Women’s Studies Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences Audio & Music Engineering† Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Computer Science Electrical & Computer Engineering Engineering & Applied Sciences Engineering Science Mechanical Engineering Optical Engineering Optics * In collaboration with the School of Medicine and Dentistry ** New major † This program is seeking ABET accreditation. Meanwhile, graduates are not eligible to receive maximum professional education/experience credits toward NY State licensure. Academic Opportunities Financial Aid 3-2 Programs – Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Neuroscience, Physics, Physics and Astronomy, and Public Health We are committed to meeting the full demonstrated need of all students who earn admission to the College. Financial need can be a contributing factor in our admissions decisions about most international applicants and a small percentage of our US applicants. The Financial Aid Office is available to help you and your family afford the investment of a Rochester education through a combination of different aid programs tailored to meet your calculated need. Certificate Programs – Actuarial Studies, Asian Studies, Biophysics, Biotechnology, Leadership, Literary Translation Studies, Mathematical Modeling in Political Science and Economics, Medphysics, Polish and Central European Studies, and Stage Management Combined-Admission Programs (CAPs) – Selective programs for exceptional undergraduates in medicine (REMS), engineering (GEAR), and education (GRADE) that guarantee admission to professional or graduate school upon completion of the bachelor’s degree. Dual Degree Programs – Selective programs for exceptional undergraduates in music (DDE) to gain admission to the College and Eastman School of Music to pursue a BS or BA+BM, and in nursing (DDN) to gain admission to both the College and School of Nursing to pursue a BS or BA+BSN. Kauffman Entrepreneurial Year – The KEY program offers selected individuals a fifth year at Rochester to pursue internships, develop a business plan, or study entrepreneurial activity. Study Abroad – More than 70 different Rochester-sponsored opportunities are available in over 35 countries. Take Five Scholars Program – Students who wish to pursue broader academic interests can apply for this innovative Rochester program, which allows students to stay for a fifth year of study—tuition-free. Undergraduate Research – Opportunities and financing are extensive at entrance, during the academic years, and in summers. All undergraduates have opportunities to do research on their own, in teams, or as part of faculty-directed projects. Students may submit their work to be published in our Journal of Undergraduate Research. Financial Facts Endowment Freshmen receiving any financial aid Freshmen receiving merit scholarships Transfers receiving merit scholarships Average federal loan debt at graduation $2.1 billion 85% 70% 50% $20,909 Tuition Price of attendance 2014-15 Tuition & fees Room & board Books & supplies Total Contact Email: admit@admissions.rochester.edu Web: enrollment.rochester.edu Office of Admissions (585) 275-3221 or (888) 822-2256 Financial Aid Office (585) 275-3226 or (800) 881-8234 46,960 13,708 1,310 $61,978