Rochester University

800 West Avon Road
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Top Ranked (2025): View Rankings
  • Rochester Christian University, legally Rochester University before 2024, is a private Christian college in Rochester Hills, Michigan. It was founded by members of the Churches of Christ in 1959.

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:

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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
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Crimson & White
Total Faculty
156 staff
224 staff
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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 0.59 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 27% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,318 students
3,006 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
19:1
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# Full-Time Students
764 students
904 students
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# Part-Time Students
554 students
2,102 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
128 students
219 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
734 students
965 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
30 students
4 students
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Michigan All Graduation Breakdown
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,448 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
188 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
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% Asian
2%
4%
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% Hispanic
5%
7%
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% Black
17%
16%
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% White
61%
60%
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% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
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% Two or more races
3%
4%
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% Non Resident races
2%
2%
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% Unknown races
9%
6%
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
Diversity Score
0.59
0.60
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.2783%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.4063%
0.2007%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,700
$30,700
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $20,486 is more than the state average of $5,506. 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 $7,381. The out-state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$20,486
$5,506
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$20,486
$7,381
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$23,753
$11,704
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,750
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
98%
100%
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SAT Reading
480
480
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SAT Math
470
470
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ACT Composite
20
20
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ACT English
20
17
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ACT Math
19
19
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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 lower than the state average of 100%.
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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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)

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Oakland County, MI community colleges have a diversity score of 0.47, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Oakland County, MI is Oakland Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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