Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) offers a dynamic, interdisciplinary education that empowers students to innovate and lead at the intersection of technology, the arts, and design across its 11 diverse colleges and degree-granting units. The university provides flexible academic pathways, including Combined Accelerated BachelorsMasters degree programs, double majors, specialized minors, and immersions, enabling students to tailor their education to their academic interests and career aspirations.RITs graduates become part of a global alumni network of more than 155,000 individuals, including CEOs, innovators, entrepreneurs, and Academy Award winners. Experiential education is a defining feature of the RIT learning experience. Through cooperative education (co-op), internships, undergraduate research, clinical rotations, study abroad opportunities, and entrepreneurial initiatives, students gain practical, hands-on experience across a wide range of industries and disciplines. These experiential learning opportunities are integrated with academic programs to develop the knowledge, skills, and professional experience needed for career success.As a nationally recognized research university, RIT fosters innovation through interdisciplinary collaboration among faculty and students. Research at the university addresses real-world challenges in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, sustainability, imaging science, astronomy, and other emerging fields, contributing to technological advancement and societal impact.