School Highlights
Rochester University serves 1,231 students (63% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 29%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 1,231 students
- Private-state tuition: $20,486
- Acceptance Rate: 99%
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 22%
- 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
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 156 teachers has grown by 95% 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 grown by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has increased from 7:1 over five years.
The Rochester University diversity score of 0.38 is less than the state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has declined by 20% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,231 students
2,783 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
776 students
1,079 students
# Part-Time Students
455 students
1,704 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
835 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
745 students
1,079 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
31 students
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
453 students
1,615 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
2 students
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
310 students
178 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
2%
5%
% Black
12%
12%
% White
78%
71%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
3%
1%
% Unknown races
3%
6%
Diversity Score
0.38
0.47
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
21%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.81%
3.79%
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 8% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$20,486
$11,103
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$23,753
$11,704
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
99%
99%
SAT Reading
480
480
SAT Math
470
470
ACT Composite
20
20
ACT English
20
17
ACT Math
19
19
Source: 2021 (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 99%, which is equal to the state average of 99%.
What is Rochester University's ranking?
Rochester University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Michigan for: Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).
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The nearest community college to Rochester University is Baker College of Auburn Hills (5.4 miles away)
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Miles
Students
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Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 340-0600
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(248) 340-0600
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(248) 341-2000
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(586) 445-7999
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