At the University of Rochester, we take great pride in being a research-oriented institution. When I was still a high school senior, Rochester’s heavy emphasis on research was one of…

The University of Rochester is home to a vibrant and diverse community of students from over 100 countries in the world.If you’re an international student like me, this article’s for…

You got into college, now what??? If you’re like me, you’re probably going to a school not in your hometown and have to adjust to a new environment. Or simply…

Growing up watching so many young adult TV shows, I thought I had an idea of what college would potentially look like. But in reality, no matter how much you…

Congratulations on being admitted to the University of Rochester! We know that finances are a big part of the college decision-making process for college. For many of you, the question…

“Hold on a second here,” you say. “I’m not even in college yet! This is the Admissions blog! I have to state a prospective major on my application before I…

Getting Involved on Campus Student life is more active than ever, especially with in-person events making a big recovery after the lockdown. Clubs are teaming up more, which makes events…

Close the Common App Tab. You Did It! Four years of hard work, countless assignments, long nights and early mornings, extracurriculars, test prep, and all those tiny details—compressed into one…

When I first arrived at the University of Rochester, one of the first things I noticed was the sizeable international student population on campus. During Orientation Week, I met people…

For many, choosing a college major feels like a huge decision, often linked to picking a life path—especially in the final year of high school. For some, it’s an easy…