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About RIT
Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) — private non-profit institution. It is located in Rochester, United States. RIT is working together with Association of Independent Technological Universities (AITU). Sport affiliations and memberships National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
It is one of the best institutions in the world. In QS World University Rankings 2025, it is among top-1000. In the USA, RIT is considered one of the most prestigious higher education institutions.
RIT does research in different fields of study and invites students to bachelor, master and doctorate programs.
- Location
- Rochester, United States
- Establishment year
- 1829
- Students
- 15,827
- International students
- 1,826
- Acceptance rate
- 67%
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RIT tuition fees
The academic year at RIT is divided into quarters. However, tuition fees are calculated per year. The cost of study at RIT is the same for locals and foreigners — from 20,000 USD per year. The university offers scholarships and financial aid to some students. Scholarships are available to both locals and foreigners. The exact cost of programs and information on the availability of scholarships can be found on the website of the university.
- Academic calendar
- Quarters
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- 54,518USD/year
- Master
- 20,000USD/year
- Doctorate
- Foreign56,869USD/year
Additional costs
Accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses are all things to consider before applying to university.
- Room and board
- on campus14,978USD/year
- off campus14,978USD/year
- Other expenses
- on campus1,700USD/year
- off campus1,700USD/year
Study programs at RIT
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3D Visualization Option - 3D Digital Design BFA
- Study degree
- BFA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Advertising Photography Option - Photographic and Imaging Arts BFA
- Study degree
- BFA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Aerospace Engineering Option - Mechanical Engineering BS
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Animation Option - Film and Animation BFA
- Study degree
- BFA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Artificial Intelligence Option - Electrical Engineering BS
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Business Administration Ph.D.
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Cognitive Science Ph.D.
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Physics Ph.D.
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Business Administration–Online Executive MBA
- Study degree
- MBA
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Full-time

Bachelor degree at RIT
Before submitting documents to the university, applicants take an English language exam. The university accepts the results of IELTS, PTE or TOEFL.
Master's degree at RIT
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. There is an opportunity to study at RIT via online master's programs.
RIT campus
The campus of the educational institution is suburban. The advantages of such a location include the ability to quickly get to the city, access to various types of recreation (in nature and in the city) and a close-knit student community. The educational institution has its own library. Here, students do their homework or just have a good time reading an interesting book. The exchange of intercultural experience occupies a special place in training at RIT. The educational institution regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs and organizes various joint events.
- Campus Type
- Suburban
- Library
- Yes

What to do after graduation
After graduation, you can stay in United States for another year. You can do this by extending your student visa or applying for a job search visa. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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