Rochester University

Rochester Hills, Michigan · Private nonprofit, 4-year

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%

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.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Bachelor's139$31,590$25,217
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's58$40,452$31,250
Psychology, General.Bachelor's46$24,805$29,687
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's42
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Bachelor's39$27,000
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's29$31,585$26,166
Theological and Ministerial Studies.Master's26
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Bachelor's25$61,316$35,500
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's13
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.Bachelor's11
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.Bachelor's8
Theological and Ministerial Studies.Bachelor's6
Biology, General.Bachelor's5
Behavioral Sciences.Bachelor's5
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.