First-Year Admissions
Discover the Value of an RIT Education
RIT students thrive in an environment rich with hands-on learning, customizable experiences, and global opportunities. We celebrate each student’s unique path and provide them tools for success. Don’t just take our word for it—RIT is nationally recognized for excellence.
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Why Choose RIT
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Visit and Events
Whether you can visit in person or want to experience virtually, we offer opportunities every day for you to get to know RIT, meet our students and staff, and ask questions. View all the ways you can experience RIT
Daily Tours and Information Sessions
Visit campus six days a week or explore other ways to experience RIT.
Did you miss Introducing RIT? You can still access recordings from this year's event! Access Recordings
Student Perspectives
Learn about RIT through the eyes and words of our students. Student creators share their tips, tricks, and stories about RIT on the TigerTalk blog. Browse blog posts
Financial Aid and Scholarships
2025-2026 FAFSA® Updates
The U.S. Department of Education has announced that the 2025-26 FAFSA will not be available until December 1, 2024. Students applying Early Decision I and II who are seeking need-based aid will need to complete the RIT Financial Aid Application in addition to the FAFSA. Learn more
Make RIT financially within reach
We realize that you are taking an important step in your life; one that is exciting, yet challenging. Since you have many other things to consider as you prepare for college, we want to help make your financial aid experience as smooth as possible. Currently, more than 16,000 RIT undergraduate students receive over $550 million dollars in financial assistance from federal, state, and institutional resources, in the form of scholarships, grants, loans, and student employment.
International Students
RIT attracts students from more than 100 countries
RIT hosts nearly 2,000 international students on the main Rochester, New York campus. The various backgrounds and perspectives represented in the RIT community enrich the living and learning experience for all. As students interact on team-based projects, campus housing, and day-to-day activities, they become enriched and better prepared for the opportunities and challenges of global interdependence.
International Student Information
Life at RIT as an International Student
OPT Information - STEM Designated Programs
Information for Parents and Families
Parents and families play a critical role in the college search process. Families are often involved in campus visits, financial planning, and helping to weigh the pros and cons of where their student will go to school. We are here to help your family navigate the process and provide the information you need to make the best decision.
Accepted Students
You've been accepted, now it's time to be on to something amazing. Your next steps are just a click, swipe, or tap away.
- Pay your deposit
- Connect with us
- Review your enrollment checklist
- Understand your financial aid
- For international students, find your comprehensive arrival guide
- and much more...
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