Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology is moderately difficult to get into. Rochester Institute of Technology admitted 67% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 23,763 applications received in 2023, 15,909 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to Rochester Institute of Technology, the regular decision application deadline is January 15 and the fee for the application costs $65.

Students who submit their applications to Rochester Institute of Technology for fall should anticipate a decision by March 1.

Rochester Institute of Technology Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Rochester Institute of Technology's admissions stats.

Rochester Institute of Technology 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	44%
Mean SAT Score	1352
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	46.7%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	10.8%
Waitlist	Yes

Rochester Institute of Technology Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Rochester Institute of Technology.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	November 1	December 1
Early Decision II	Yes	January 1	January 15
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	1 15	March 1

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Considering Applying Early to Rochester Institute of Technology?

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Rochester Institute of Technology offers early decision but not early action. Early decision is binding, meaning you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by November 1 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 1.

🗓️ Early Decision II applications are due January 1. ED II Applicants will recieve their decision before January 15.

The early decision acceptance rate at Rochester Institute of Technology is 79%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 67%. In 2022, Rochester Institute of Technology admitted 1335 of the 1690 students who applied early decision.

Some students apply early because they hope it will help their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of admission, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Rochester Institute of Technology Admissions

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Transferring to Rochester Institute of Technology

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Rochester Institute of Technology?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Rochester Institute of Technology

Curious about the factors that are considered by Rochester Institute of Technology during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Rochester Institute of Technology for more information on admission factors.

Rochester Institute of Technology 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Rochester Institute of Technology, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Rochester Institute of Technology's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	3.4	–	–
Interview	–	√	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	√	portfolio of original artwork for Schools of Art, Design and Film and Animation; interview for BS/MS physician assistant program
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	1	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Rochester Institute of Technology?

Students admitted to Rochester Institute of Technology have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 44% submitted a class rank. At Rochester Institute of Technology 44% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 79% were in the top 25% and 95.4% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Rochester Institute of Technology, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Rochester Institute of Technology directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Rochester Institute of Technology is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 46.7% of Rochester Institute of Technology's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 10.8% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Rochester Institute of Technology?

To be competitive with other Rochester Institute of Technology applicants, you should strive to earn between 1280 and 1430 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Rochester Institute of Technology 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1430 and 25% of scored lower than 1280, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Rochester Institute of Technology student is 1352.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Rochester Institute of Technology students scored 740 or higher and 75% of students scored 630 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Rochester Institute of Technology students scored 710 or higher, and 75% scored a 630 or higher.

To be most competitive at Rochester Institute of Technology, you should strive to earn between 29 and 33 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 33 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Rochester Institute of Technology's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 33, and three out of four students scored lower than 33 on the ACT.

A 29 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Rochester Institute of Technology students. Only one out of every four students scored below 29.

More Information on Transferring to Rochester Institute of Technology

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Rochester Institute of Technology. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Rochester Institute of Technology during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Rochester Institute of Technology Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Rochester Institute of Technology?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Rochester Institute of Technology.

Does Rochester Institute of Technology accept transfer credits?

✅ Rochester Institute of Technology accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Rochester Institute of Technology accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Rochester Institute of Technology accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Rochester Institute of Technology accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Rochester Institute of Technology?

❌ No, Rochester Institute of Technology is test optional, so you can make the call whether or not to include your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Rochester Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?

✅ Rochester Institute of Technology's acceptance rate is 67%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Rochester Institute of Technology?

✅ Rochester Institute of Technology's early decision acceptance rate was 79% in 2021.

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