Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

Established in 1874, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology (RHIT) has firmly placed itself as the best college for undergraduate engineering in the United States over its nearly 150-year history. The college offers students from around the world the chance to complete leading courses across science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) from its stunning campus in west-central Indiana.

Undergraduate students attending RHIT will join more than 2,000 other students across more than 17 different programs across STEM disciplines. Faculty at Rose-Hulman are leading experts in their fields and rank nationally for research output and teaching quality. At Rose-Hulman, students from nearly 30 countries join students from nearly all 50 states in the U.S.

U.S. News & World Report has ranked Rose-Hulman first in the U.S. for undergraduate engineering programs since 1999. Rose-Hulman also regularly ranks nationally for the excellence of its teaching and the value it offers students.

Rose-Hulman has also been featured in the Wall Street Journal's Top 100 Best Colleges in America and in The Princeton Review's Best 390 Colleges for 2025, along with being named the No. 1 ranked undergraduate science, engineering, and mathematics college in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges Guide. The Wall Street Journal also recognized Rose-Hulman in the top 10 nationally for career preparation and as a recommended college by current students and recent alumni.

For over 20 years, Rose-Hulman graduates have achieved 95-99 percent placement rate within six months of graduating, with the average wage of a RHIT alumnus being significantly higher than the national average. Students complete their studies on the 1,300-acre Terre Haute campus where state-of-the-art facilities are nestled among woodlands and lakes.

• #3 Best Recommended Colleges - by current students and recent alumni (Wall Street Journal 2025)
• Top 50 Nationally for Return On Investment (Georgetown University 2025)

Rose-Hulman offers undergraduate students across science, technology, engineering, math and more an unprecedented teaching and learning experience. Professors are global leaders in their subjects, and know all of their students by name.

During their studies, students will be able to make use of a level of technology, facilities and research opportunities that are beyond the reach of first years at most colleges.

Collaboration, friendliness and innovation go hand in hand at Rose-Hulman, making it a place where students naturally pursue their full potential and discover the exciting opportunities that their discipline affords.

Rose-Hulman focuses on the pursuit of academic passion, and quality learning to support that, above all else. While many universities are focused only on students completing a degree or getting a job, these are natural by-products for RHIT students – with very high graduation and professional placement rates testifying to the power of this learning-first approach.

At Rose-Hulman, each individual student is placed at the center of their learning experience. It's not a one size fits all approach, but an undergraduate experience where dedicated staff, personal support and incredible, tailored learning opportunities are available to every student.

Rose-Hulman is a specialist STEM college, with a number of robust academic departments and research communities forming the backbone of the college and its ongoing achievements.

Students can study across departments including:

• Biology
• Biomedical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemistry & Biochemistry
• Civil & Environmental Engineering
• Computer Science & Software Engineering
• Electrical & Computer Engineering
• Engineering Management
• Engineering Design
• Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts
• Mathematics
• Mechanical Engineering
• NanoEngineering
• Physics
• Optical Engineering

Undergraduate students studying at Rose-Hulman for the first time can choose from 17 different majors, each capitalizing on the unique facilities and faculty expertise at the college. Majors include:

• Biochemistry
• Biology
• Biomathematics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemistry
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering
• Engineering Design
• International Computer Science
• Mathematics
• Mechanical Engineering
• NanoEngineering
• Optical Engineering
• Physics

The Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is a world-leading college in science, engineering and math, which welcomes talented students from all around the world.

Rose-Hulman works to ensure that gifted and ambitious students from a range of backgrounds and nationalities can access life-changing education at Rose-Hulman.

International students can gain admission onto a Rose-Hulman program through two main routes:

Freshman admission

This admission pathway is open to students who have or are finishing their secondary school studies, and are ready to pursue an undergraduate degree at university level.

Successful applicants to undergraduate courses at Rose-Hulman will need to submit the following documents and evidence:

• The International Student Application
• A letter of recommendation
• An official copy of the secondary school record
• Submission of English language proficiency exams will be required unless otherwise exempted through the Office of Admissions.

For non-native English-speaking students, the following minimum test scores can be submitted to gain admission onto an undergraduate course at Rose-Hulme:

• TOEFL Minimum - 88 Internet Based with a minimum of 20 in each area.
• IELTS Minimum - 6.5 or above with a minimum of 6.0 in each area.
• Duolingo Minimum - score of 110 or above.

Students who achieve high scores on their SAT or ACT tests can receive an exemption from the requirement to provide English language test scores.

Transfer admission

This admission pathway is open to students who are already enrolled at a college or university in their home country, who wish to continue their studies at Rose-Hulman.

Please visit the Role-Hulman website for transfer admission process and requirements.

Rose-Hulman recognizes the incredible value of college level education, and the impact it can have on a student's entire life.

The college offers an impressive level of financial aid and scholarships to help make college education at RHIT as affordable as possible.

Overall, 100 percent of students at the college receive some form of financial aid, grant or scholarship. In addition to RHIT financial aid, first-year students collectively enjoy USD 1.6 million per year in external scholarships, gifts and endowments.

Some of the gift-based funding options available to undergraduates at Rose-Hulman include:

• Rose-Hulman Merit Scholarships, for which students are automatically considered
• Needs-based aid from the college
• Private scholarships and grants

Over one-fifth of freshman at Rose-Hulman complete paid internships, co-ops, or research activities, earning between USD 4,200 and 6,800 in their first year.

Rose-Hulman offers its undergraduate students access to state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, studios, project and collaboration spaces throughout their studies.

Facilities at Rose-Hulman have been carefully designed to encourage complete focus on each student's important learning, training and innovative research activities. The college has developed its 1,300-acre campus around an ethos of ‘learning by doing', with accessible and powerful laboratories and research spaces reflecting that purpose.

Some of the facilities that STEM students will benefit from include:

• New Residence Hall: Opening Fall 2025 and housing approximately 160 first-year students, the new hall will have student lounges, kitchenettes, and study spaces on each floor.
• The new Fowler Academic Building, opened in 2021, offers 70,000 square feet of cutting-edge labs, design studios and modern, flexible classroom spaces. A soaring atrium that changes and reacts to conditions in the building greets learners when they enter
• The Branam & Kremer Innovation Centers are hubs for collaborative innovations, preparation for competitions and conferences, and private spaces for personal breakthroughs. Wide open spaces promote dialogue and idea exchange.
• The MiNDs Lab is a world-class facility for training and development in semiconductor, micro and nano technologies. A leading faculty and cutting-edge facilities make this a hub for exciting progress year-round.
• The Oakley Observatory is just off the main campus and contains powerful facilities for space exploration and observation, as well as high quality teaching.
• Rose-Hulman Ventures is a dedicated program for connecting talented students and technology companies, allowing learners to gain excellent professional experience while providing companies with invaluable knowledge, prototyping and collaboration services.
• The Logan Library houses the college's learning resources, as well as expansive services and a number of modern, airy study areas.

Introducing Rose-Hulman's Unified Computer Science Major

Launching Fall 2026, Rose-Hulman's unified Computer Science major will combine the strengths of both computer science and software engineering into a single, dynamic and flexible program. Students will develop a strong technical foundation and then personalize their academic journey to align with their interests and career aspirations.

Students can choose from two distinct pathways:

• Developer Pathway: Emphasizes applying computing to real-world problems, building robust software, and driving industry innovation.
• Researcher Pathway: Offers deeper exploration into theory, applications, and research, preparing students for graduate studies and the future of technology.

Whether they aim to design cutting-edge AI technologies, analyze big data for insights, or safeguard infrastructure from cyber threats, Rose-Hulman students will graduate equipped with both the tools and the mindset to lead in any field.

Innovation District on Campus

Rose-Hulman is beginning the development of an entrepreneurial ecosystem called Innovation Grove, which will feature the relocation of Rose-Hulman Ventures and the addition of other new amenities to provide students with additional internships and hands-on experiences to gain the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

NanoEngineering Major

In 2024, Rose-Hulman announced a NanoEngineering program for undergraduate students at Rose-Hulman. It offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide students with a strong foundation in fundamental engineering principles, coupled with a deep focus on nanoscale science and technology, including essential modelling and simulation techniques. Students will engage in hands-on research projects, collaborate with leading experts in the field, and have access to state-of-the-art laboratories such as the Micro-Nanoscale Device and Systems (MiNDS) lab equipped with cutting-edge nanofabrication and characterization tools.