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University of Rochester - Academics - College ProwlerCollege Prowler4.62

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Quick Stats

Student-Faculty Ratio 11:1
Full-Time Student Population 8,295
Part-Time Student Population 1,559
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 573
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 33
Total FT Faculty 2,225
Faculty with Terminal Degree 89%
Average Faculty Salary $106,374
Full-Time Retention Rate 96%
Graduation Rate 84%
Programs/Majors Offered 119
Average Course Load 4 courses
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? No
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 Students: 63%
  • 20 to 49 Students: 28%
  • 50 or More Students: 10%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Academics are one of the strong points at UR. Many students report that the professors are open and accessible as well as talented. Though it may be more difficult to have a personal relationship with the professor in a science class of 250 students, these large classes are uncommon and are balanced out by the many classes that seat 25 or less. Each professor has office hours, and many are willing to meet outside those hours. The workload is challenging, and students cannot coast through with ease, but the quality of teaching makes the work well worth it.

Many professors are highly qualified and extremely knowledgeable in their field of study. There are professors who are enjoyable to listen to for hours based on their amazing wealth of knowledge; many professors will also sign you into any class you’d like to take. The philosophy here is this: if you want to be in the class, you can be in the class. It’s left up to you if you think you can handle it. The curriculum at UR is very open, and even as a freshman you’ll have only one required class (which some test out of), so the students are free to enjoy any class offered. There is no math requirement and no language requirement, which makes many UR students happy. The flexibility and quality of the curriculum is unparalleled.

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traveler123

'14

Geology and Earth Science

4.2
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U of R- a Research School

The school is a great research institute and with that can come a little bit of sacrifice in the quality of the professors. All are very involved in their research and although some may not be the greatest in teaching at the undergraduate level, many of the professors are actually looking to help and do a good job of it AND teaching well too. Even if they seem intimidating or difficult to contact, if you make the effort, I believe that they would be more than happy to help.

Jan 15, 2012

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Academics at University of Rochester

MelodianWarrior

'15

International Studies

5.0
A+

Curriculum

I love the curriculum here at the U of R. Having no core required classes except one writing course leaves room for double majors, double minors, or even triple majors. The cluster system also ensures that students experience fields they otherwise may not have even touched. A+ in my book!

Nov 16, 2011

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Gacad

'15

Economics

5.0
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Amazing Professors

They're all excited about the materials they teach, and not extremely hard. They are all also understanding

Sep 11, 2011

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Instructional Programs Occupational: No
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: Yes
Recreational/Avocational: No
Adult Basic Remedial: No
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: No
Life Experience Credits: No
AP Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 3, 4, or 5
IB Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 5 or higher
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions
  • The College (Arts, Sciences, and Engineering)
  • Eastman School of Music
  • School of Medicine and Dentistry
  • School of Nursing
Degrees Awarded
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Doctorate - Professional practice
  • Doctorate - Research/scholarship
  • Master's degree
  • Post-bachelor's certificate
  • Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Biology and Biological Sciences: 4%
  • Business Administration and Management: 7%
  • Economics and Econometrics: 3%
  • Music Performance: 3%
Special Study Options
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
Best Places to Study
  • Gleason Library
  • Hawkins-Carlson Room
  • ITS
  • The New Stacks
Did You Know?

There are 3.3 million volumes contained in Rush Rhees Library, the dome that is the central point of campus.

For tradition, you never sing the second verse of “The Genesee,” UR’s school song.

A real boar’s head is used as display at the annual Boar’s Head traditional dinner—good photo op!

If you hear the word “clusters” a lot, you’ll soon figure out what people are talking about. Clusters are groups of 12 credits (about three classes) within either the humanities, natural science, or social science. This is the only curriculum requirement at UR.

UR is one of the smallest schools in the country to carry out intensive research in multiple fields.

Best Places to Study:
Rush Rhees Library, ITS Center, Art and Music Library

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