Overview
Established in 1866, Roberts Wesleyan College is a private, Christ-centered institution established in the suburbs of Rochester, New York. The college is home to over 80 undergraduate and graduate programs, many of which can be completed through evening courses or online. Full-time students are required to earn 20 spiritual life credits per semester during their first three years, and 10 per semester in their fourth, which can be obtained by attending chapel or service opportunities. The college is also home to the Northeastern Seminary graduate school, which offers programs in theology.
Acceptance Rate:
100%
Average Net Price:
$23,569
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.6
Average ACT Composite
22
Average SAT Composite
1143
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $37,380 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $37,380 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $12,996 |
| Books and Supplies | $1200 |
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
77%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
36%
Average Aid Per Year
$24,493
36%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,451
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$20,845
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
45%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$2746
42%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,451
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$17,391,610
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$3,593,992
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
77%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,984
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$212
Students receiving federal loans
77%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,098
Average Other Loans Per Year
$11,843
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Free Methodist
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
1006
Students Applied
42%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
49
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
No
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 15 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | August 24 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
5%
Submitting ACT
29%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 22
Average SAT Composite: 1143
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.6
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
1,573
Total Number of Undergrads
1,048
0
100
54%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
59%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
71
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
28
Countries Represented
31
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
27%
Student Organizations
43
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
62%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
59%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Redhawks
School Colors
red, black, and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Intramural Sports
16
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$45,700
Top 5 Employers
University of Rochester Medical Center
Heritage Christian
Uncommon Schools
Rochester Regional Health
Paychex
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,000
Loan Default Rate
4%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$212
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI got to sit in a class to see how classes were run here and the professors know what they're talking about and they really care about their students.
Z from NY
The professors at Roberts provide an excellent education. They care deeply about each of their students and take the time to give extra help if necessary.
Erin from Wappingers Falls, NY
Friendly, respectful, motivated
MICHELLE from BRONX, NY
I really enjoyed my time here at Roberts, there is a very friendly atmosphere and a lot of things to do on campus. The sports are always fun to watch and there is a lot of school spirit!
Amanda from Hamburg, NY
I really enjoy the Christian atmosphere here at Roberts Wesleyan College. I really feel like the professors care for their students and the student: teacher ratio here makes it a more close knit environment. I feel like I've gotten a quality education here.
Emelie from Rochester, NY
I think that going to this school will enhance my education and give me the skills i will need in order to pursue my long time goal of being a lawyer.
DaQuan from Marietta, GA
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