At a glance
Average net price
$21,456
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
44.1%
Admission rate
98%
Undergrad size
792
In-state tuition
$29,196
Out-of-state tuition
$29,196
Cost of attendance
$41,787
Median earnings (10y)
$48,707
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 59.6%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (37%), humanities & arts (24%), health (14%).
- STEM4%
- Health14%
- Business14%
- Humanities & arts24%
- Social sciences37%
- Trades & services6%
- Education24.6%~195 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Health professions14.4%~114 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business14.4%~114 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology12.8%~102 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts10.2%~80 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication7.5%~59 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~51 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.1%~17 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.1%~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Theology0.5%~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
15 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 139 | $31,590 | $25,217 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 58 | $40,452 | $31,250 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 46 | $24,805 | $29,687 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 42 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 39 | — | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 29 | $31,585 | $26,166 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 26 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 25 | $61,316 | $35,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Behavioral Sciences. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | — | $31,564 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Rochester University
Rochester University is a small institution located in Rochester Hills, Michigan, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 792 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Education, Health professions, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Rochester University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $21,456 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $29,196 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $41,787 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 44.1%, a average completion outcome. 59.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $48,707 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Rochester University confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Education, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (37% of credentials), humanities & arts (24% of credentials), health (14% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Rochester University accepts 98% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission.
Location & campus
Set in Rochester Hills, Michigan (suburb), Rochester University draws students from across Michigan and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Rochester University
Q.How much does Rochester University cost?
The average net price at Rochester University is $21,456 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $41,787.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Rochester University?
Rochester University has a 6-year graduation rate of 44.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Rochester University?
Rochester University admits 98% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Rochester University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Rochester University graduate earns $48,707 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Rochester University?
Published tuition is $29,196 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Rochester University located?
Rochester University is located in Rochester Hills, Michigan (ZIP 48307).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Rochester University at their official website.