University of Rochester

It is very difficult to get into University of Rochester. The acceptance rate at University of Rochester is 39%. Last year, 19,960 students applied to University of Rochester and 7,762 were admitted.

If you are applying to University of Rochester, the regular decision application deadline is January 5 and the fee for the application costs $50.

Students who apply to University of Rochester for fall should anticipate a decision by April 1.

University of Rochester Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Rochester's admissions stats.

University of Rochester 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.8
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	62%
Mean SAT Score	1440
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	29%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	11%
Waitlist	Yes

University of Rochester Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Rochester.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	November 1	December 15
Early Decision II	Yes	January 5	February 7
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	1 5	April 1

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Applying Early to University of Rochester?

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University of Rochester offers early decision but not early action. Early decision is binding, which means 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 15.

🗓️ Early Decision II applications are due January 5. ED II Applicants will recieve their decision before February 7.

The early decision acceptance rate at University of Rochester is 43%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 39%. In 2022, University of Rochester admitted 614 of the 1437 students who applied early decision.

Some students apply early to 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 your chance of admission, since it shows that you are very interested in a school.

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

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More on University of Rochester Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to University of Rochester?

It is very difficult to get into University of Rochester. University of Rochester evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2022, University of Rochester accepted 39% of students, around 7,762 from 19,960 applicants.

Schools that are very difficult to get into, like University of Rochester, accept fewer than 60% of all applicants. At least 50% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 10% of their high school class and scored over 1230 on the SAT and over 26 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Rochester

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

For Students Waitlisted to University of Rochester

In 2022, University of Rochester waitlisted 2,138 students and 1,207 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 7 eventually got off the waitlist.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Rochester?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Rochester

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

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

University of Rochester Application Requirements

To apply to University of Rochester, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with University of Rochester's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	√	–	–
Interview	–	√	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	√	International, Home-Schooled, Transfers. Audition for Eastman School of Music.
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Rochester?

Students admitted to University of Rochester have an average unweighted GPA of 3.8.

Out of all students that were admitted, 18% submitted a class rank. At University of Rochester 62% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 90% were in the top 25% and 98% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	23.15%
3.75 and 3.99	38.86%
3.50 and 3.74	24.3%
3.25 and 3.49	9.46%
3.00 and 3.24	3.56%
2.50 and 2.9	0.67%
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 University of Rochester directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights 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

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

In 2022, 29% of University of Rochester's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 11% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Rochester?

To be competitive with other University of Rochester applicants, you should aim to score between 1410 and 1520 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Rochester 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1520 and 25% of scored lower than 1410, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Rochester student is 1440.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Rochester students scored 790 or higher and 75% of students scored 680 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Rochester students scored 750 or higher, and 75% scored a 680 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Rochester, you should strive to earn between 31 and 34 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 34 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Rochester's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 34, and three out of four students scored lower than 34 on the ACT.

A 31 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Rochester students. Only one out of every four students scored below 31.

More Information on Transferring to University of Rochester

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to University of Rochester.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 12. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Rochester Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Rochester?

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

Does University of Rochester accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Rochester accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

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

✅ University of Rochester accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Rochester?

❌ No, University of Rochester is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Rochester's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Rochester has an acceptance rate of 39%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Rochester?

✅ University of Rochester's early decision acceptance rate was 43% in 2021.

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