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UNIVERSITY · CDS 2021-2022
University of Rochester
Prepared for Sample Student · Rochester, NY
Best-case 4-yr offset
$129,086
AP savings + Alan and Jane Handler Scholarship
Typical 4-yr offset
$105,468
AP + avg merit × 4 · 23% receive merit
Need-based (if eligible)
up to $227,324 / 4 yrs
Admissions Reality
41.0%
Yield 21.0% · Test Optional
Annual Sticker Cost
$92,270
Net after avg aid: $35,439
AP Tuition Saved
$36,816
16 credits · 1.1 semester(s)

Admissions Profile

SAT Total (mid 50%)
1360–1510
ACT Composite
31–34
GPA
Not reported
Decision Plans
RD

Average GPA of 3.73; 74% in top decile

Cost Breakdown

Tuition$69,030
Fees$1,452
Room & board$20,466
Cost of Attendance (sticker)$92,270
Average need-based aid− $56,831
Net price (avg)$35,439

Merit Scholarship Opportunity

Alan and Jane Handler Scholarship
$92,270 /yr
Dean's Scholarship
$14,000 /yr
Genesee Scholarship
$14,000 /yr
Meliora Scholarship
$14,000 /yr
Rush Rhees Scholarship
$14,000 /yr

AP Investment & Return

Based on Rochester's AP credit policy (min score 4, capped at 16 credits).

Edit AP profile
Calculus BC
+8 credits · $18,408
5
Chemistry
+4 credits · $9,204
5
Biology
+4 credits · $9,204
5
English Language
School does not award credit for this exam.
4
US History
This school requires a 5 on this exam (you scored 4).
4
Credits
16
Sem. saved
1.1
Saved
$36,816
College Board Recognition
AP Scholar with Distinction

Average score of 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3+ on 5 or more exams.

Say to the parent

"The University of Rochester is a top-tier research institution that offers the best of both worlds: a world-class education with the resources of a large university, but with a close-knit, undergraduate-focused community. Their unique open curriculum allows students to explore their passions and design their own course of study, which is a fantastic opportunity for students who are either undecided or have multiple interests."

Say to the student

"At Rochester, you're not just a number. You'll be part of a community that values intellectual curiosity and collaboration. The open curriculum means you can take classes in anything that interests you, from music to engineering, and you'll have the chance to get involved in research from your first year. It's a place where you can truly make your education your own."

College Admissions Co-pilot · Sourced from CDS 2021-2022 + official school financial aid & AP credit policy pagesUpdated 2026-04-22