Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, USA

Overview

History, Affiliations & Rankings

Since its inception in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology has become one of the Best Northeastern Universities in the country and continues its path of becoming the best in the future. Taking small steps along the way, Rochester Institute of Technology has developed effective and efficient partnerships in nearly every continent. The efforts and dedication of RIT and its members have proved its worth through a number of rankings such as being ranked 112th under US News & World Report National Universities category, listed by the Princeton Review as one of the Best Value Colleges, among many other accolades and awards.

Infrastructure, Campus & Courses

Throughout its journey, Rochester Institute of Technology has been able to grow itself from a humble abode in New York, to halfway across the world. RIT has been successful in setting up campuses in Croatia, China, Dubai and Kosovo, establishing its presence as a premier Technological Institute in the world. Offering a number of degrees and programmes in disciplines such as Management, Engineering, Pure & Applied Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Journalism and Mass Communication, Commerce, Design and much more. The RIT New York campus is the main campus and has become a destination for international students as well.

Accomplishments & Alumni

Listed in many popular ranking journals and reports, the Rochester Institute of Technology proves its commitment in becoming the top tier Institute its forefathers envisioned it to be. The accomplishments, recognitions and awards that have received by RIT New York such as America’s Best Employers for Diversity, as ranked by Forbes, listed as one of the Best Value Schools in America by US News & World Report, Princeton Review, and many more, for offering top tier graduate and undergraduate programmes, and many other accolades. The vast network of alumni members, spanning over 135,000 members in number, provide great opportunities to students, staff, faculty and other alumni members to develop their careers and future prospects.

Student Diversity & Visiting Companies

Rochester Institute of Technology New York has been recognised as the third-largest producer of STEM graduates in the undergraduate category. With a student body comprising over 19,000 students, rich diversity in culture, backgrounds, countries and beliefs can be found. With the impressive variety of backgrounds present on campus, different perspectives and ideas allow for a far richer and wholesome study experience. This also further develops and trains you to become better prepared and informed in grasping opportunities globally and face numerous challenges with ease.

COVID-19 Response

With COVID-19 changing our way of life, a COVID-19 Response has been released by the Rochester Institute of Technology. From a completely modified campus, infrastructure and facilities to blended learning models where possible, students, staff and faculty members will be assured safety and health during these unprecedented times. Being a technical institute, students will be required to participate in practical sessions, therefore, most classes will be held in in-person format, while, where possible, courses will be offered in hybrid models as well.

• A blended learning model will be available to the students where possible. In other words, students will participate in both online and offline classes.
• Laboratories, machine learning shops, computer facilities, studios and other learning spaces are available for use and have been modified to accommodate the social distancing norms.
• Student accommodation has been made available to the students, however, it will be available in a reduced capacity, while enhanced cleaning and social distancing norms will be enforced in all halls.
• Students, staff and faculty will be directed to wear face-masks while moving through public spaces, regardless of the social distancing norms.