The University of Rochester is a private research university in Rochester, New York. Syracuse University is a private research university in Syracuse, New York.
| University of Rochester | Syracuse University | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 5.8 Out of 10 | 5 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 127 Times Higher Education 2026 # 236 QS World University 2026 # 79 Center for World University Rankings 2025 | # 401 Times Higher Education 2026 # 741 QS World University 2026 # 401 Times Higher Education 2025 |
| Subject Strength | # 43 for Engineering by US News 2025 # 201 for Medicine by QS World University 2025 | # 111 for Engineering by US News 2025 # 213 for Medicine by Round University Ranking 2018 # 107 for Law by US News 2025 |
| Programs | UG Programs -68 PG Programs -49 Doctorate Programs -4 | UG Programs -151 PG Programs -79 Doctorate Programs -1 |
| Acceptance Rate | 35.9 % | 42.0 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT-680 IELTS-7.5 SAT-1300 TOEFL-100 | GMAT-500 IELTS-6.5 SAT-1180 TOEFL-90 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 52543.87 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 57750 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 10494 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 54270 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 29175 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 15924 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | In 2019 the institute had MBA employment rate of 91% after 3 months of Postgraduation. Average salary is around142,166 USD/year. Top hiring companies include Amazon.com, Bank of America, Citigroup, Deloitte, Facebook, Fedex, Google, Gartner, Mckinsey & Company, PWC, Tesla, Morgan Stanley. | Average annual salaries are lisited below :
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| application requirements | SAT Reasoning Exam Score and Subject Test Score (2 or more scores) | Academic credentials; two academic recommendations; Proof of English language proficiency; SAT/ACT scores (Optional); Standardized test scores (GMAT/ GRE); Resume; Personal Statement/ Essays; Additional Requirements (Video component, work experience, research proposal) |
| Campuses and B-Schools | Simon Business School | NA |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 8.2/10 Read 5 reviews | 8.1/10 Read 10 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Rochester | Syracuse University |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1850 | 1831 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 4:1 | 16:1 |
| Male:Female | 50% Male, 50% Female | 46% Male, 54% Female |
| Location Facts | Rochester metro area is easily navigable and campuses are a short drive from Greater Rochester International Airport. Considerablly closer to Toronto rather than New York City the university is located south of downtown Rochester at the bend of Genesee river. | located in the heart of New York State in Syracuse; main campus sits on top of a hill overlooking the city of Syracuse; Additional centers located in New York City, Washington D.C., and Los Angeles. |
| Library | River Campus has 6 libraries with a collection of university archives, Eastman School of Music has nearly 750,000 holdings in scores, books and journals. Medical Center has 4 libraries featuring rare books and manuscripts from the medicine field and the Memorial Art Gallery has resources for K-12 teachers. | 4 libraries & Special Collections and Resource Center; 24/7 assistance; 4.8 million items; 697,448 ebooks; 45,000 feet of manuscripts and rare books & a cafe. |
| Campus Life | Rochester’s tight knit campuses have 275 organizations and clubs, health care and counselling centers, URMC fitness center. Formal academic events in Rochester include Plutzik Reading Series, Studio Arts programs, Inspire Dance festival and International Theatre program. 23 varsity teams compete for the Liberty League and University Athletic association. | Largest domed stadium in the nation- ‘The Loud House’; Hendricks Chapel; Performing Arts Centre; Schine and Goldstein Student Centers; Connective Corridor; Student Run Media; The Coalitions of Museums and Art Centres; University Bookstore; over 300 student organizations |
| Hostel | #On campus - $10494 | #Housing and Food - $15924 |
| Famous Alumni | Edward Gibson (Physicist), Katherine Hayles (Academic), Robert Forster (Film Producer), Rene Richards (Tennis Player), Galway Kinnell (Poet), Peter van Inwagen (Philosopher), Bill Kauffman (Journalist), Steven Chu (Physicist), Richard Thaler (Economist), Aurthur R Mileer (Law Professor), Joseph Martin (Doctor), Paul Singer (Businessman), Susan Hockfiels (Neuroscientist). | 258,483 alumni; Joe Biden (47th vice president of USA); Eileen Collins (first female Space Shuttle pilot & commander); Aaron Sorkin (playwright & screenwriter); Al Waleed bin Talal (Saudi businessman, investor); Dick Clark (American radio & TV personality); Megyn Kelly (American journalist, political commentator, & news anchor); Vanessa Williams (national recording artist & actor); Drew Taggart (member of the Grammy-Award winning group The Chainsmokers). |
| City Life | Rochester is New York’s third largest metropolitan area with a unique blend of history and innovation. Unemployment rate is 11.3% as of June 2020. Though the university itself is the 2nd largest employer in New York area and largest employer in Greater Rochester area. The city has a low cost of living than the US national average. Festivals celebrating artisans like AppleUmpkin, Seabreeze amusement park, lake Ontario, Buffalo Bill’s training camp, and over 3,500 nationally recognized parks make Rochester, NY a lucrative destination. | Syracuse- 5th most populated city with metropolitan population of 700,000; hub for cultural, recreational, and artistic events such as Syracuse Stage, Syracuse Symphony Orchestra, Everson Museum of Art, Rosamond Gifford Zoo, Armory Square; Hanover Square restaurants, coffee houses, & shops, City Market, Destiny USA mall, festivals such as JazzFest, Winterfest, etc. Unemployment rate: 4.5% (Dec 2019). |
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