Rochester University
Rochester Hills, Michigan 48307
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — close-knit campus
Rochester University is a private institution in Rochester Hills with particular strength in business and psychology.
A small campus of 827 undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
41% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $48,707 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,245.
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Varsity Sports — Yellowjackets
History & Fun Facts
- •Early history The University of Rochester traces its origins to The First Baptist Church of Hamilton, New York, which was founded in 1796.
- •The church established the Baptist Education Society of the State of New York, later renamed the Hamilton Literary and Theological Institution, in 1817.
- •The collegiate division was granted a charter by the State of New York in 1846, after which its name was changed to Madison University.
- •John Wilder and the Baptist Education Society urged that the new university be moved to Rochester, New York.
- •Madison University was eventually renamed Colgate University.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
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Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
48.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.6%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$14,750
Programs (32)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
67%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
5
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
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Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
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Cost of Living
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