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University of Rochester

Rochester, NY · Northeast

STEM powerhouse

US #44

Offers great curricular flexibility, world-renowned Eastman School of Music and optics program, and is generous to international students.

National rank

#44

Acceptance rate

36.2%

SAT middle range

1410 – 1540

TOEFL minimum

100+

Tuition (yr)

$64,386

Undergraduates

6,800

International students

21%

Type

Private

Application requirements (2026-27 cycle)

Test-Optional

Early round

ED 11/1

Regular Decision (RD)

1/5

Supplemental essays

1 short essay

Deadlines reflect recent typical dates and can shift slightly each year — always confirm on the school's official site before submitting.

EconomicsMusic (Eastman)OpticsBiomedical EngineeringComputer Science