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University of Rochester is a top-ranked private research university. is one of the top 150 universities in the world. The university is ranked #147 in the latest QS World University Rankings, 2023.University of Michigan rankings have consistently placed it among the top 25 universities in the world. The university is known for its diverse student body and vibrant campus life, and is home to some of the world's leading scholars in a variety of fields.Today, it has emerged as a top study abroad destination for international students. University of Michigan Ann Arbor also has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, and it is one of the most diverse universities in USA.
| University of Rochester | University of Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 5.8 Out of 10 | 7.5 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 127 Times Higher Education 2026 # 236 QS World University 2026 # 79 Center for World University Rankings 2025 | # 23 Times Higher Education 2026 # 45 QS World University 2026 # 16 Center for World University Rankings 2025 |
| Subject Strength | # 43 for Engineering by US News 2025 # 201 for Medicine by QS World University 2025 | # 11 for Engineering by US News 2025 # 32 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025 # 19 for Medicine by QS World University 2025 |
| Programs | UG Programs -68 PG Programs -49 Doctorate Programs -4 | UG Programs -37 PG Programs -87 Doctorate Programs -31 |
| Acceptance Rate | 35.9 % | 18.0 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT-680 IELTS-7.5 SAT-1300 TOEFL-100 | GMAT-610 GRE-310 IELTS-7 PTE-68 SAT-1340 TOEFL-79 |
| 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 49350 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 21389 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 24376 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 salary is 79,000 USD per annum. Annual ROI is 9.5%. Popular employers are Ford Motor, General Motors, Quicken Loans, Amazon, etc. |
| Campuses and B-Schools | Simon Business School | Ross School of Business |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 8.2/10 Read 5 reviews | 8.5/10 Read 17 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Rochester | University of Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1850 | 1817 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 4:1 | 15:1 |
| Male:Female | 50% Male, 50% Female | 52% Male, 48% 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. | Michigan is considered one of the top 10 best craft beer states of the USA. It has the fourth highest per capita GDP growth rate of 2.5%. Manufactiring sector is the highest contributor. |
| 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. | Considered as one of the top 10 academic research libraries in North America; Over 14,283,067 volumes and 291,791 serials |
| 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. | Counselling & Psychological Services; International Centre; Office of Student Conflict Resolution; Office of Student Conflict Resolution; Services for Students with Disabilities; Student Legal Services; Campus Infoormation Centers |
| Hostel | #On campus - $10494 | #Room and Board - $15328 #Room and Board - $9048 |
| 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). | Over 36 Pulitzer Prize winners and 8 Nobel laureates; Larry Page (Google Co-founder), Gerald Ford (late US President), Arther Miller (playwright), Theodore Roethke (poet), Martha Minow (former Dean of Harvard Law School) |
| 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. | The Great Lakes State is one of the top cities to live in. It shares its border with Canada and has four out five Great Lakes. The high student population offers high cultural diversity. It is one of the cheapest midwestern states to live in. It has a food dominated nightlife with few night clubs and music locations. It has a growing tech startup community. The unemployment rate is 4.6 (2020). |
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