Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 87.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 84.5%
- Retention Rate
- 92.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $79,042
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 80.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $223/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $95,073 | $34,054 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $89,524 | $40,170 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | $83,546 | |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $83,177 | $19,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Master | $82,440 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $73,321 | $18,175 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Certificate | $69,338 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $68,194 | $15,000 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor | $64,493 | $23,000 |
| Education, General. | Doctoral | $63,005 | |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Bachelor | $63,005 | $20,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $61,516 | $21,000 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $57,705 | $19,946 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $53,358 | $41,605 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $52,941 |
Outcomes Overview
Rochester graduates earn a median of $79,042 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 27% with typical debt of $21,000. Monthly loan payments of $223 represent only 3.4% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong connections to healthcare, technology, and finance reflect its reputation in optics and pre-med programs. An impressive 94.8% employment rate demonstrates the value employers place on Rochester's rigorous academics. Many graduates pursue medical school or enter Rochester's well-known optics industry partnerships. With low debt burdens and solid earning potential, Rochester delivers a strong return on investment despite its premium price tag.