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University of Rochester

US News #49📍 Rochester (New York State)

About

The University of Rochester is located in Rochester, New York, and boasts a world-class reputation in the fields of optics, music, and medicine. Its Eastman School of Music ranks #1 globally. The university is also well-known for its distinctive Rochester Curriculum.

⭐ Highlights

Eastman School of Music ranks #1 globally
Its Institute of Optics is a national leader in the U.S.
Rochester Curriculum (flexible course selection)
Strong academic strength in its School of Medicine
A key academic hub in upstate New York

📚 Top Programs

Music (Eastman)OpticsMedicineComputer ScienceEconomicsEngineeringPsychologyBiology

💰 Fees

TuitionApproximately $58,000 per year

Living CostsApproximately $16,000 per year

Application DeadlineEarly Decision 1 (ED1): November 1, Early Decision 2 (ED2): January 5, Regular Decision (RD): January 5

💼 Career Outcomes

Graduates enjoy high-quality employment outcomes, with many working at leading enterprises across industries including finance, technology, consulting, and manufacturing. The university maintains close partnerships with employers, hosts active on-campus recruitment events, and provides abundant internship opportunities.

📋 Admission Information

🎓Undergraduate Admission

Item	Requirement
Language Requirement
Standardized Tests
GPA

📄 Required Materials

Common App

Submit via the Common Application

University of Rochester Supplemental Essay

1 short essay

Main Essay

650-word personal statement

Extracurricular Activities

Up to 10 activities

Letters of Recommendation

2 academic letters of recommendation

Academic Transcripts

Transcripts for grades 9 through 12

🎯Graduate Admission

Item	Requirement
Language Requirement	TOEFL 100+ (iBT Band 5+), IELTS 7.5+; graduate students are placed into ESL levels, and those with low section scores may be required to take supplementary language courses
Standardized Tests	A GRE score of 320+ is recommended; Simon MBA requires a GMAT score of 700+
GPA	Undergraduate GPA 3.5+/4.0

📄 Required Materials

Online application

Submitted through the corresponding college

Statement of Purpose

Subject to program requirements

CV/Resume

Detailed professional and academic history

Recommendation letters

2-3 letters

Academic transcripts

Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended

💡 The Eastman School of Music's graduate programs are among the top in the world. The acceptance rate for the Simon Business School MBA program is approximately 30%.

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