Research Rochester
About Research Rochester
Research Rochester events allow prospective students to find out what it’s really like to study at the University of Rochester.
Research Rochester Days
These open houses for prospective students are your ideal opportunity to get an inside look at the University of Rochester.
- Learn about the admissions process. Get an overview of our application process and financial aid and merit opportunities, with plenty of time for Q&A.
- Experience Rochester. Discover the curriculum, research opportunities, and what makes Rochester unique.
- Interact with our students. Current students will show you key landmarks on the River Campus while sharing personal anecdotes and answering questions along the way.
2024 Research Rochester Events
Our next Research Rochester open house events for prospective students will be held on Saturday, October 19 and Friday, November 8. These events include a student-led tour of campus, sessions on the financial aid process, faculty lectures, student panels, lunch on campus, and the opportunity to get all your questions answered by current Rochester students as well as admissions and financial aid counselors.
Register for Research Rochester!
Can’t make it to campus? We also have virtual events throughout the year including information sessions and workshops on a variety of topics.
What to expect
Our on-campus open houses give you a chance to experience a student-led tour of campus, sessions on the financial aid process, student panels, and the opportunity to get all your questions answered by current Rochester students as well as admissions and financial aid counselors.
View the full schedule for Research Rochester on November 8 (PDF)
View the Financial Aid for Domestic Students presentation (PDF)
Schedule
Below is what to expect for an on-campus Research Rochester program (schedule subject to change).
| Time | Event |
| 8:15 – 9:15 a.m. | Check-in |
| 9:00 – 9:45 a.m. | Welcome and University Overview |
| 9:45 – 10:45 a.m. | Campus Tour |
| 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. | Rochester Application Workshop |
| 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. | Financing Your Education |
| 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Campus Tour |
| 11:00 – 11:45 a.m. | Financing Your Education |
| 11:00 – 11:45 a.m. | Athletics Tour |
| 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:00 – 1:45 p.m. | Rochester Application Workshop |
| 1:00 – 1:45 p.m. | Faculty Lecture |
| 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Student Panel |
| 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Campus Tour |
| 3:00 – 3:45 p.m. | Departure and Final Q&A |