School Highlights
Rochester University serves 1,318 students (58% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 40%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 1,318 students
- In-state tuition: $20,486
- Out-state tuition: $20,486
- Acceptance Rate: 98%
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 39%
- 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 Colleges: Diverse Fields
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
156 staff
224 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Rochester University has grown by 21% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Rochester University diversity score of 0.60 is equal to the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 29% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,318 students
2,154 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
19:1
# Full-Time Students
764 students
878 students
# Part-Time Students
554 students
1,714 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
128 students
225 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
734 students
889 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
30 students
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,714 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
178 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
4%
% Hispanic
5%
7%
% Black
17%
16%
% White
61%
60%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
9%
6%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.2881%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.4063%
0.2071%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,700
$30,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $20,486 is more than the state average of $4,952. The in-state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $20,486 is more than the state average of $6,896. The out-state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$20,486
$4,952
Out-State Tuition Fees
$20,486
$6,896
% 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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Rochester University cost?
Rochester University's tuition is approximately $20,486 for In-State students and $20,486 for Out-State students.
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: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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