Rankings
How every major ranking places the University of Rochester. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public health & allied health | 13 | $31,320 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 8 | $40,212 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 6 | $40,212 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 5 | $40,212 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 4 | $33,480 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 4 | $40,212 | See → |
| Business & management | 3 | $49,000 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 3 | $40,212 | See → |
| Psychology | 3 | $40,212 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 2 | $44,606 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 2 | $49,000 | See → |
Costs and entry
4 courses mention scholarships. 12 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at the University of Rochester
The job market for the University of Rochester's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the US.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at the University of Rochester cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $40,212 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: business & management courses are typically $49,000, public health & allied health $31,320.
How is the University of Rochester ranked?
The University of Rochester is ranked #236 by QS (2026), #127 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #201–300 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Music (#13) and Performing Arts (#22).
What IELTS score does the University of Rochester need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (1 of the 1 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0.
How many postgraduate courses does the University of Rochester offer?
53 postgraduate courses across 11 fields; the largest are public health & allied health (13), life sciences & biotechnology (8) and natural sciences (6).
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Updated 21 September 2026. Courses and fees from the University of Rochester's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, ARWU 2025, QS subject rankings 2025.