University of Rochester Parent Guide

Academics

Welcome to University of Rochester

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I’m thrilled to introduce you to the University of Rochester community—a unique environment in which every student has the opportunity to shape and define an individual learning experience.

Rochester Curriculum

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At the core of Rochester’s innovation is the student-centered Rochester Curriculum. Through this unique approach, there are no required subjects, allowing individual interests to lead academic investigation—and allowing Rochester students to study what they love.

Academic Advising at Rochester

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Academic advising and mentoring is one of the most important pieces to a student’s academic success at Rochester.

Special Programs

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Special Programs offered by the University of Rochester.

Pre-College Programs

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Pre-College Programs allow junior high and high school students to get an early, up-close look at what life as a Rochester student is like.

The Rochester Application Process

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Admission to the University of Rochester is competitive: 12 students apply for every available spot in the freshman class.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Learn about grades, cirriculum, majors, class size, course loads, and more.

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