Is one of your biggest concerns how to make friends in college? You aren’t alone. Every college student hopes to find their people, friends they can comfortably confide in and…

The University of Rochester is not just any ordinary school. While many students are dedicated to their studies, the Yellowjackets are always excited to start new traditions and continue on…

As a Meridian (our school’s fancy way of saying tour guide), there are so many things we simply don’t have time to show prospective students and future Yellowjacket families—otherwise, tours…

  Before coming to URochester, if you asked me if I planned to join a sorority or be involved in Greek life in any way, my answer would have been…

Dear future Yellowjacket Ariel, You are about to embark on a life-changing journey. You will end up at a university that will become a second home, surrounded by best friends…

Choosing a college felt like one of the biggest decisions I’d ever made. I didn’t have everything figured out, not my major, not my long‑term plan, not even what kind…

Hi everyone! I hope you’re excited to start your journey at the University of Rochester. I remember feeling so excited to begin my college experience, meet new people, and ultimately…

Whether it is exploring the city of Rochester or participating in events on campus, there are tons of fun activities for Yellowjackets to do. Let’s start with on-campus must dos!…

As graduation approaches, I have found myself asking the same question every single day: has time really flown by this fast? It feels strange to look back and realize how…

  Congratulations! You have officially enrolled at the University of Rochester. So… what happens now? The first thing you should do is celebrate. Enrolling in college is a massive accomplishment,…

  Being admitted to the University of Rochester is a big deal! We chose you for a reason — and we’re excited about what you’ll bring to our community. As…

In less than two months, I will be graduating from the University of Rochester. While this is an exciting milestone, I cannot help but feel nostalgic. Lately, I have found…

College wellness advice often sounds polished. It comes packaged as neat routines and productivity tips, as if balance can be achieved by following a checklist. But, I’m sorry, the reality…

By: Miki Chiu, Class of 2028 Publicity Chair of the D’Lion Organization 2025 – 2026 Hi! I’m Miki Chiu. I’m part of the Class of 2028 majoring in Business –…

Dear Admissions Blog readers, We meet again! Last semester, I embarked on an incredible journey studying abroad in the United Kingdom. For three months, I made London my second home…

One thing I have really come to appreciate at the University of Rochester is how many resources are actually available to us, once you start using them, you realize how…

I came to the University of Rochester with a plan. Not exactly my plan, but one that had been quietly constructed around me over years of family dinners, report cards,…

Ever wonder what it is like to spend a day as a student at the University of Rochester? Hi, my name is Ariel, and I am a senior majoring in…

You submitted your college applications — congratulations! Now comes the waiting. For some, this is a period you forget about until that decision email pops up. For others, it’s a…

In March 2020, the world came to a halt, except for the college admissions process. As a sophomore in high school, this served as an amazing opportunity to visit and…

  For me, the college decision process had two distinct parts. Of course, the obvious questions about what type of campus, what student atmosphere, and which city were an important…

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…

You may be wondering if the University of Rochester offers performing arts opportunities for students. The answer is yes. Whether you are interested in dance, a cappella, or musical theatre,…

Some students spend their weekends catching up on sleep and homework. I spend mine racing from mock trial competitions to club tennis matches, planning strategy sessions in vans, and coordinating…

  One of the most important parts of the college experience and one that many students underestimate, is finding your community. At the University of Rochester, your community often ends…