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The University of Rochester is one of the country's top-tier research universities. Our 158 buildings house more than 200 academic majors, more than 2,000 faculty and instructional staff, and some 10,500 students—approximately half of whom are women. Learning at the University of Rochester is also on a very personal scale. Rochester remains one of the smallest and most collegiate among top research universities, with smaller classes, a low 10:1 student to teacher ratio, and increased interactions with faculty. The University of Rochester, across all of its schools and campuses, enrolls approximately 5,600 undergraduates and 4,600 graduate students. Its 158 buildings house over 200 academic majors. Additionally, Rochester (along with its affiliated Strong Health System) is the largest employer in the Greater Rochester area and the sixth-largest employer in New York. In its history, five university alumni, two faculty, and one senior research associate at Strong Memorial Hospital have been awarded a Nobel Prize, eight alumni and four faculty members have won a Pulitzer Prize, and 19 faculty members have been awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship. The departments of political science and economics have made a significant and consistent impact on positivist social science since the 1960s. The distinctive, mathematical approach pioneered at Rochester, and closely affiliated departments are known as the Rochester school. Rochester graduates and former affiliates are highly represented at faculties across top economics and political science departments. View full university

RIT is a place where brilliant minds assemble and collaborate, where they pool together their talents across disciplines in service of big ideas and creative solutions. It is a vibrant community teeming with students collaborating with experts and specialists: a hub of innovation and creativity. It is an intersection of disciplines, a launching pad for a brilliant career, and a highly individual state of mind. It is a perfect environment in which to pursue your passion. Here, the future is envisioned each day. And remade each day after. As one of the world's leading technological institutions, RIT is a vibrant, connected community home to diverse, ambitious, and creative students from more than 100 countries. It offers an incredible array of academic programs, a diverse, committed, and accessible faculty, sophisticated facilities, and an unusual emphasis on experiential learning. Few universities provide RIT's variety of career-oriented studies. RIT's unmatched array of academic programs attracts designers, artists, photographers, and filmmakers, on the one hand, and scientists, engineers, computing scientists, and entrepreneurs on the other. When these "left-brain and right-brain" students engage with RIT's outstanding faculty, a learning environment is created where innovation and creativity flourish. Since 1912, the hallmark of an RIT education has been experiential learning. RIT was among the first universities in the world to offer cooperative education. Last year, more than 3,500 co-op students alternated periods of study on campus with paid employment in nearly 2,000 firms across the United States and overseas. Today, experiential learning also includes internships, study abroad, and undergraduate research. RIT is one of the few universities where you can immerse yourself in your major from day one. Or, if you need time to explore your options, undeclared options are available at both the university and college levels. If your interests span two or more colleges within RIT, the University Studies program offers students up to one year to focus their academic and career interests. If your interests fall within one college, but you are not sure of your major, most colleges offer an undeclared option to help you discover more about the majors within the college. Excelling in research and excelling in teaching, our faculty are passionate about their disciplines and their roles in the lab and the classroom. They are innovative and resourceful. They engage students in the process of discovery and the contribution of new knowledge to their fields. Our strong reputation for state-of-the-art academic facilities is rightly earned. RIT has invested more than $300 million in the renovation and construction of new academic and student life facilities over the past few years to accomplish a remarkable transformation. You will find outstanding facilities and equipment in every campus area, and our commitment to student success ensures that these facilities are accessible when you need them. RIT attracts students from every state and over 2,000 international students from more than 100 countries. Embodying our commitment to diversity, more than 2,700 students of color have elected to study at RIT. Adding a social and educational dynamic not found at any other university are more than 1,300 deaf and hard-of-hearing students supported by RIT's National Technical Institute for the Deaf. The variety of backgrounds and perspectives represented in the RIT community enriches the living and learning experience for all. As you interact on team-based projects, residence halls, and day-to-day activities, we believe you will be enriched and better prepared for the opportunities and challenges of global interdependence. Colonel Nathaniel Rochester and other Rochester community leaders founded the Athenaeum, an association "to cultivate and promote literature, science, and the arts." The Athenaeum was located in the Reynolds Arcade and housed a meeting room and a small reading room with a library, provided by Abelard Reynolds. The Rochester Athenaeum grew into a famous cultural center for Rochesterians. It offered public lectures and debates and began establishing a substantial library. The Athenaeum merged with the Mechanics Literary Association, founded in 1836 by William A. Reynolds (son of Abelard Reynolds), to form the Rochester Athenaeum and Mechanics Association. It continued the tradition of public lectures, book reviews, and debates. The two groups merged their literary collections to create a singular library of more than 8,000 volumes covering various subjects. Lectures were held at Corinthian Hall, which could hold 1,100, and distinguished speakers included Charles Dickens, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Oliver Wendell Holmes, and Frederick Douglass. Mechanics Institute is founded. Captain Henry Lomb, Max Lowenthal, Ezra Andrews, Frank Ritter, William Peck, and other Rochester business people and influential citizens established a school to provide needed technical training for skilled workers in the industry. Lomb was the first president of the Board of Trustees and guided the institute's direction until he died in 1908. Eugene Colby was appointed first teacher and principal of the Mechanics Institute. Rochester's citizens donated all funds for running the school, and instruction was free for the first year. The first class offered at the newly formed Mechanics Institute was mechanical drawing, held in the evening on November 23, 1885. The community response is overwhelming. More than 400 students enrolled in the institute. View full university

Rochester College cultivates academic excellence, moral character, servant leadership, and global awareness through a rigorous educational experience that integrates liberal arts and professional studies within an inclusive Christian heritage. Rochester College cultivates academic excellence, moral character, servant leadership, and global awareness through a rigorous educational experience that integrates liberal arts and professional studies within an inclusive Christian heritage. Whether you are a high school student headed to college for the first time, a professional wanting to complete your Bachelor's degree, or a person interested in our missional church master's degree, Rochester College is committed to making the admissions process as painless as possible for you. The personal interaction you receive from us will be an example of our caring, close-knit college community. Steadfast with Rochester College's Christian identity, the Center for Student Life exists to support students in their quest for purpose, meaning, and faith, through dynamic co-curricular programs and relational ministry. Rochester College is committed to helping students succeed in their collegiate journeys by supporting the whole student – body, mind, and spirit – within a Christian setting. We recognize that college brings unique challenges and opportunities for each student. We are here to support you! We have a variety of campus-wide resources that offer support. Your education is an investment in your future. We are here to help you navigate what can sometimes be a confusing process. Our office provides various services to you, including financial aid processing, issuing monthly statements, and maintaining student accounts. Please navigate through the menu items at the left to obtain information on applying for financial aid, the annual cost of college, our net price calculator, and all kinds of financial resources. And do not hesitate to contact us. Go to Student Financial Services Team to get our contact information. Attending college requires a financial commitment, and we are committed to making a high-quality Christian education affordable for you. Rochester College's accelerated degree programs are designed for demanding schedules like yours. We have six unique majors that you can complete in as little as 16 months, online, or on-campus in the Metro Detroit area. Earn your degree in a Christian community, close to home or work, with instructors who bring a wealth of real-world knowledge to the classroom. Small class sizes with hands-on learning, flexible course scheduling, and multiple methods to pay for college are just a few of the benefits of attending RC. Completing your Bachelor's degree in an accelerated class format is a great way to kick-start your education or take your career in a new direction. RC has full-year class registration, which allows you to confirm your class schedule for up to 12 months in advance. In 1954, members of the Churches of Christ formed a Board of Trustees to establish an educational institution in the United States' North Central region. In the initial college catalog, the institution's leaders affirmed their dedication "to the task of leading students toward higher academic achievement." The founders also stated their belief "that the development of Christian ideals in the lifeiduindividual's lifely important." Leaders of Rochester College remain firmly committed to those ideals. In 1997, the college changed its name from Michigan Christian College to Rochester College. The name change signaled a broadening of vision for an institution that would be inclusive, affirm academic freedom, and train men and women with life skills beyond mere academic credentials. In today's Post-modern culture, a values-based and values-driven curriculum is the best hope for a great educational experience. Men and women educated at Rochester College embrace challenges, apply problem-solving skills, serve their communities, and provide leadership for challenges yet to come. Rochester College is built upon a firm foundation laid by hundreds of individuals over the past six decades. Certain events stand out as historical milestones in the college's progress. View full university

Rochester Institute of Technology (R.I.T. Dubai) is a leading U.S. university-based in Dubai’s technological hub, Silicon Oasis. R.I.T. Dubai’s parent campus in Rochester, New York, dates from 1829 and is a pioneer in technology, design, engineering, and business. R.I.T. Dubai is the only U.S. University in Dubai offering American bachelor’s and master’s degrees. We offer programs in Computing, AACSB-accredited Business programs, ABET-accredited Engineering programs, and English programs at our English Language Center. We prepare students for successful global careers through an innovative mix of theory, state-of-the-art facilities, and unique paid internships. Students can study abroad for up to two terms at the main campus in New York or on our global campuses in Europe. Upon graduating from R.I.T. Dubai, students leave with an internationally recognized American degree accredited by both the Middle States Commission on Higher Education in the U.S.A. and the U.A.E. Ministry of Education –Higher Education Affairs. What is the University’s greatest quality/ strength? Accredited by Ministry of Education – Higher Education Affairs (Formerly MOHESR) American Degrees in Dubai Unique internship program Options to study abroad or transfer to the New York campus or one of the European campuses Scholarships for outstanding students AACSB and ABET accreditation Strong industry links Unique City Science Master’s program Brand new state-of-the-art housing Not for profit Professional Diplomas Data Science & Analytics Professional Diploma Corporate Happiness View full university

Studying at Rochester Independent College combines academic rigor with a creative buzz. There's no uniform and students and staff are on first-name terms. Accepting day students from the age of 11 and boarders from 15, the average class size is 8. Students enjoy being here and are treated as young adults. Our teachers have masses of expertise and experience and get teenagers. It’s a place for individuals and a real alternative to traditional schools. We encourage our students to voice their opinions, to think critically, creatively, and independently. They leave not only with excellent examination results but with enthusiasm for the future and new confidence about themselves and their education. RIC interviews are a chance to explore your education, including things that haven’t worked out as planned. Routes forward may look different for every student who joins us. A small school allows this flexibility. RIC aims to give students an enjoyable and successful experience of school in an international environment with small classes and high-quality teaching and pastoral care. The focus is on examination success and preparation for university in a lively, supportive and informal atmosphere. We encourage students to search for their answers, to voice their opinions, to think critically, creatively, and independently. We value academic and creative achievements equally. Our only entrance qualifications are an honest determination to work hard and behave well. We aim for students to leave us not only with good examination results but also with enthusiasm for the future and new confidence about themselves and their education. The college ethos is designed to foster respect, challenge prejudice, and develop an imaginative and informed attitude. The college aims to play a role in the local community with a particular emphasis on the arts and the environment and to support the growth, welfare, and development of its staff. Our aim in the boarding is to ensure that all students are well supported to live in an international environment where the informality of a College is combined with supervision appropriate to the age of the students. We understand that our boarding students are often far away from home and we aim to ensure that they: Live and learn in a safe and secure environment Thrive in a caring atmosphere Have clean and comfortable accommodation Are well fed Can talk to a member of staff or an independent contact about any issue or concern Receive as much attention as they need Are happy and well looked after Have the opportunity to express their wishes Are respected View full school

It is a remarkable school with a rich and diverse heritage people have been educated here for over 1400 years under the watchful gaze of Rochester Cathedral and Castle. While a sense of place will have an impact on the development of the children learning here, it is the skills, experiences, and opportunities provided to them, both within and outside the classroom, that will enable them to thrive in a fast-changing world. At King’s, we believe in preparing children for the 21st Century by educating the whole child. Our priority, though, is ensuring that happy children perform to their best and the school is an exceptionally happy and friendly place where moral values, self-discipline, emotional intelligence, and a Christian spirit underpin our family community. This is embodied in the Aims and Ethos of the School which help to support the strong bonds between pupils, parents, and staff and which are a fundamental feature of life at King’s. This is a school where all are cared for as individuals and where links between home and school are a real strength. Our academic results are excellent at all levels but we believe that building a love of learning and developing independent thinking skills are just as important as achieving the best grades. To achieve this, we keep our class sizes small so that teachers know their pupils as individuals and can help each of them shine. We offer, and encourage pupils to take part in, a huge range of co-curricular opportunities to ignite and nurture their interests, providing experiences that will develop confidence in them for life. Sport, Music, Drama, Outdoor Pursuits, CCF, and a range of clubs and societies are integral to the school’s commitment to providing a broad educational experience. Easily accessible from Kent and the South East and half an hour by train from central London, King’s has a beautiful location in the heart of historic Rochester. We offer co-education from 3 to 18 and our structure of Pre-Prep, Prep, and Senior Schools enables us to offer a tailor-made experience for each age group while giving access to the excellent facilities of the whole school. Kings' Rochester Preparatory School Address: St Nicholas House, King Edward Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1UB Email: prep@kings-rochester.co.uk Tel: +441634888577 Kings' Rochester Pre-Preparatory School & Nursery Address: Chadlington House, Lockington Grove, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1RH Email: preprep@kings-rochester.co.uk Tel: +441634888566 View full school