Established in 1829, the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) in Rochester, New York, is renowned for its commitment to creativity and innovation. Serving over 19,000 students, including 2,400 international students from 100 countries, RIT boasts a diverse and inclusive learning environment. Beyond its main campus in New York, RIT has international campuses in China, Croatia, Dubai, and Kosovo. According to Times Higher Education, RIT ranks among the top 25 percent of best colleges and universities in the United States, and in 2021, it was recognized as the 33rd best value school in the country.

RIT is particularly well-known for its highly successful Cooperative Education (Co-op) program, where most students complete at least two semesters of full-time, paid work in their industries without paying tuition during their Co-op terms.

As a comprehensive university, RIT offers over 80 undergraduate majors and an additional 80 graduate degrees. Its most popular and competitive programs include Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Game Design, Film, and Animation.

Academic Programs

• Rochester Institute of Technology offers 78 Bachelor’s Degrees, 73 Master’s Degrees, 49 Accelerated Dual-Degree Programs, and 11 Ph.D. Programs. These programs cover a variety of different academic fields namely:Arts, Design, and Architecture
• Business, Management, and Leadership
• Communications and Digital Media
• Computing and Information Sciences
• Engineering and Engineering Technology
• Environmental Studies and Sustainability
• Game Design and Development
• Health Professions and Medical Sciences
• Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education
• Photography, Film, and Animation
• Science and Math
• Undeclared and Individualized Study

General Admission Requirements for International Students

Undergraduate Programs

• Duly accomplished application form
• Official high school transcript sent electronically or mailed by student’s high school
• Letter of Recommendation
• Official or self-reported test results from SAT or ACT

Proof of English Proficiency through one of the following:

• Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) with a minimum score of 79
• PTE Academic with a minimum score of 58
• IELTS with a minimum score of 6.5

*Those who scored lower than the minimum may still receive a Conditional University Admission given that they will complete additional courses through RIT’s English Language Centre on top of their academic degree program.

• Art Portfolio for those who are applying for the School of Art, School of Design, and School of Film and Animation

Graduate Programs

• Completion of a baccalaureate degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university
• Undergraduate Transcript
• Personal Statement
• Resume
• Depending on the program, a writing sample, portfolio, or an entrance exam like GRE or GMAT may be required
• Proof of English proficiency through one of the above-mentioned English tests. However, the minimum score varies per program, and students are required to validate this program-specific English requirement.

Estimated Tuition and Other Fees

• Tuition (12-18 credit hours) - $52,030 per year
• Student Activities Fee - $316 per year
• Student Health Services Fee - $410 per year
• Rent (in campus, optional) - $8,392 per year
• Board/Meal plan (in campus, optional) - $6,040 per year
• Other expenses like books, transportation, etc - $2,088 per year

*Additional tuition per extra credit hour is $2,171

Scholarships for International Students

Undergraduate Students:

• Eligible for a variety of RIT’s merit-based scholarships and need-based funding.
• Merit scholarship consideration is automatic.
• Freshman and transfer students can apply for need-based financial support.
• RIT does not offer full-tuition scholarships; the typical maximum award is $20,000 per year.

Graduate Students:

• Automatically considered for all available merit-based scholarships and assistantships.