School Highlights
Rochester University serves 1,114 students (64% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 86%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,114 students
- Private-state tuition: $20,486
- Acceptance Rate: 98%
- Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Rochester University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 156 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Rochester University
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
156 staff
224 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Rochester University has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Rochester University diversity score of 0.51 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has grown by 9% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,114 students
2,074 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
717 students
726 students
# Part-Time Students
397 students
1,348 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
835 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
692 students
737 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
25 students
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
395 students
1,287 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
2 students
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
310 students
178 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%
% Asian
19%
14%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
3%
6%
% White
3%
14%
% Hawaiian
67%
56%
% Two or more races
4%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
2%
2%
Diversity Score
0.51
0.64
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.2325%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3967%
0.2287%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,700
$30,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $20,486 is more than the state average of $11,103. The private state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$20,486
$11,103
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$23,753
$11,704
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
98%
98%
SAT Reading
480
480
SAT Math
470
470
ACT Composite
20
20
ACT English
20
17
ACT Math
19
19
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Rochester University cost?
Rochester University's private state tuition is approximately $20,486.
What is the acceptance rate of Rochester University?
The acceptance rate of Rochester University is 98%, which is equal to the state average of 98%.
What is Rochester University's ranking?
Rochester University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Michigan for: Average community college minority breakdown and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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