For all admitted students
Ask questions, share memes and music, and get to know the people you’ll be living and learning with this fall. Check your MyROC for a link to join or click the button.
Admitted Students
Welcome to the Yellowjacket family!
Congratulations again on your admission to the University of Rochester! Whether you have the opportunity to enroll directly out of high school or as a transfer student, the entire University community is excited to welcome you.
Connect with your future classmates
For admitted transfer students
Meet current students, staff, and transfer-specific organization members and get answers to any lingering questions.
For parents and families
Connect with other parents and family members of our newest cohort of Yellowjackets. Ask questions and learn about what it means to be a part of the Rochester community.
Join the Families of Rochester Class of 2029 & Transfers Facebook group
Want to meet current Yellowjackets?
Day one at Rochester
What will your first day on campus look like?
Get a feel for the River Campus
Join us for the Yellowjacket Experience!
Our extensive array of virtual and on-campus admitted student programs, the Yellowjacket Experience, is the best way for admitted students to gain insight into the student experience at Rochester.
Register for the Yellowjacket Experience
Your next steps
Enroll at Rochester
We can’t wait to welcome you to our community of students who are committed to making themselves and the world ever better.
Yellowjacket Experience
Our series of exclusive virtual and on-campus events for all admitted students, including transfers.
Celebration Kit
Show your Yellowjacket pride by downloading Zoom backgrounds, social media cover images, and more.
Get to know us better
Experience Rochester on YouTube
Dive into life on campus and experience what it means to be a Yellowjacket.
Enrollment deposit
Fall first-year students
An $800 enrollment deposit is due May 1 for regular decision students.
Please be advised that while checks are still an option for submitting your enrollment deposit, it is recommended that students pay their deposit electronically through the link found on your electronic decision letter. If you have questions about trying to submit your enrollment deposit online, please email us admit@admissions.rochester.edu for assistance.
Transfers and spring start students
Since transfers and spring students are admitted on a rolling basis, the $800 enrollment deposit due date will be enclosed on the admit letter in your MyROC account. The enrolling student packet is sent out on a weekly basis starting in mid-May for transfer students and early November for all spring students.
If you have questions about trying to submit your enrollment deposit online, please email us at admit@admissions.rochester.edu for assistance.
Virtual office hours
You’ll have the opportunity to speak with current students who are eager to help you learn more about life on campus, the academic experience, and what to expect as you begin your journey here. Whether you have questions about student life, academics, or simply want to hear firsthand experiences, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Hi, I’m Hannah Rickert, ’25 (she/her)!
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Minor: Cognitive Psychology
I am the former president of Society of Women Engineers and Engineers Without Borders, where I led a water chlorination project in the Dominican Republic. I’ve been a TA in the BME and Chemistry departments and assist students in a transition program working towards their GED. I have done neuroimaging research at the medical center since my freshman fall. I am a tour guide for campus and engineering tours, in the Medallion Leadership Society, the Grand Challenges Scholars Program, and on the club field hockey team.
Hi, I’m Dingxiang Lin, ’26 (he/him)!
Majors: Business – Entrepreneurship and Japanese
Minor: Legal Studies
I’m originally from Shanghai, China, and spent three years of my childhood in Toronto, Canada. I love traveling and experiencing different cultures. Around Rochester, I enjoy blowing glass at Corning and snowboarding. At school, I enjoy helping my peers learn and grow. I also make an impact in the local community through an internship with the City of Rochester.
Hi, I’m Noel Girmay, ’26 (he/him)!
Major: Business – Finance
I’m a third-year student from Maryland, serving as VP of the Pan-African Students’ Association, Publicity Chair of the Minority Business Alliance, a Student Alumni Ambassador, and a TA in the economics department. I’m passionate about fintech, VC, streetwear, and community engagement. Outside of that, I love exploring nature—whether through hiking, skiing, or swimming, depending on the season.
Hi, I’m Lillian Ravikoff, ’25 (she/her)!
Majors: Brain and Cognitive Sciences and Linguistics
Minor: American Sign Language
I am from NYC and a current senior at UR. Outside of the classroom I’m involved with Hillel, club figure skating, club field hockey, and the ASL club. Currently, I am volunteering in the GI clinic at the hospital and at a crisis nursery in the city of Rochester. I also do research in the Department of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics.
Your life as a Yellowjacket
University of Rochester’s River Campus rarely slows down. From your first days on campus to the day you take on the title of alum, your calendar will be full of on-campus events, networking opportunities, and school spirit.
You’re sure to find a tradition to fill that special place in your heart. Maybe it’ll be Mel Weekend in the fall, the carnival rides during Dandelion Day, or Boar’s Head Dinner during senior year.
You’ll get involved in all aspects of campus life and easily find a home here at Rochester. In fact, most students love it here so much that they decide to live on campus all four years. You’ll find some of your closest friends in your residence halls, classes, or one of our 250+ student organizations.
Got questions for your admissions counselor?
We encourage you to get in touch.
Housing and campus
Aside from its proximity to classes, the library, and University events, on-campus housing gives you the chance to meet others and participate in school-sponsored activities.
Home away from home
First-year housing
Incoming first-years are required to live on campus and can choose between Susan B. Anthony Halls, Genesee Hall, and the Residence Quad, comprising Gilbert, Hoeing, Lovejoy, and Tiernan Halls. First-years are housed together, and most will share a double room with another first-year student. However, there are a limited number of single rooms and some triple rooms for first-year students.
Housing options
Transfer housing
Transfer students have the option of living in either on-campus or off-campus housing. On-campus housing is very popular, so we can’t always accommodate every transfer student who wants to live on campus. Students who live off campus can choose apartments or shared homes in student-friendly Rochester neighborhoods. Residential Life’s off-campus housing search can help you find the best option for you.
The Flower City
City of Rochester
What makes Rochester, New York, special?
Encompassing the Genesee River and six waterfalls, the city of Rochester is a midsize urban center surrounded by easygoing suburbs. Our cultural gems include the Memorial Art Gallery, Eastman Theatre, George Eastman Museum, and multiple professional sports venues. Plus, you’ll have easy access to Lake Ontario beaches, Erie Canal recreation, and a vast greenbelt of gardens, parks, and summer festivals.
A closer look
Rochester then & now
Rochester fostered the motion picture film industry, abolition, and the women’s rights movement. Today, Rochester’s entrepreneurial economy—which is home to Wegmans and AIM Photonics—includes thousands of specialized firms in fields like optics and health.
Financial aid
Your financial aid counselor can help answer questions about:
- Your financial aid package
- The documents the Financial Aid Office has requested
- The financial aid process
We’re here to help! If you’ve never done this before, please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions or concerns.
If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call the office at (585) 275-3226. You can also email your financial aid counselor directly with specific questions. Explore the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Simplification webpage.
Contact us
Admissions
Our counselors are always happy to help you!
(585) 275-3221
admit@admissions.rochester.edu
Orientation
Orientation will allow you to explore campus and make new connections.
(585) 275-4414
orientation@rochester.edu
Housing
On-campus living is required for first-years and sophomores and a popular choice with upper-year students—in fact, most students remain on campus all four years.
(585) 275-3166
housing@reslife.rochester.edu
Information Technology
If you have questions about setting up any tech services, IT can help.
(585) 275-2000
univithelp@rochester.edu
Financial Aid
For questions about financing your education at Rochester, connect with the Financial Aid Office.
(585) 275-3226
finaid@rochester.edu
The Learning Center
This office collaborates with students, instructors, staff, administrators, community partners, and other stakeholders to build a community of learners.
(585) 275-9049
learning@rochester.edu