by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up the current tuition and fees at Rochester University, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
Most-recent tuition and fees at Rochester University amounted to $29,196 annually for undergraduate students. There is no in-state discount at this school.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $29,196 |
| Fees | $0 |
| Total | $29,196 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much will Rochester University cost per credit hour part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
To put that price in context, here is how Rochester University costs compare against other schools. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In MI | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Average |
Compared to colleges across the country, Rochester University sits close to the national average.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. See the Rochester University Financial Aid page for specifics.
Here’s how tuition at Rochester University has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $25,462 |
| Two Years Ago | $26,736 |
| One Year Ago | $27,938 |
| Most Recent Year | $29,196 |
The chart here shows how tuition at RCU has tracked over the reported years.
Year over year, tuition went up 4.5%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $30,510 in the following year.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
Tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 4.67%, so a year from now students could pay around $30,558.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $30,558 |
| In 2 Years | $31,984 |
| In 3 Years | $33,476 |
| In 4 Years | $35,038 |
| In 5 Years | $36,673 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — projecting four years of out-of-state tuition and fees at this rate gives roughly $131,056.
Tuition is just the starting figure — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For more on the aid available at Rochester University, check out the Rochester University Financial Aid page.
