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Discover. Heal. Create.</div> <p> One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. </p> </div> </div> </div> <section class="flexible-grid data-points"> <div class="row"> <div class="column large-12"> <ul class="grid grid-3"> <li class="grid-item"> <span> 9:1 </span> <p style="text-transform: uppercase;"> student-to-faculty ratio </p> </li> <li class="grid-item"><span> 11,000+ </span> <p style="text-transform: uppercase;"> students </p> </li> <li class="grid-item"> <span > 1850 </span> <p style="text-transform: uppercase;"> founded in </p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </section> </section> <section class="testimonials" style="padding-top: 0px !important"> <div class="row"> <div class="columns large-10 large-offset-1"> <div class="section-title"> <h2 class="secondary-font text-center" style="padding-top: 25px">What sets Rochester apart</h2> </div> </div> </div> <div class="row"> <div class="column large-10 large-offset-1" style="padding-bottom: 25px"> <p class="lead" style="text-align: center"> From the classroom and lab, to our diverse and tight-knit community, Rochester is an amazing place to learn, discover, heal, and create. </p> </div> </div> <div class="testimonial-items--section"> <div class="row"> <div class="column large-12 testimonials-featured"> <div class="testimonials-featured-item--text"> <p class="lead"> <strong>There is something for everyone here… </strong>I love the community, one that is so supportive and that I will keep close to me wherever I go! </p> <div class="author">Nichole Waligóra <span class="yellow">’26</span></div> </div> <div class="testimonials-featured-item--image"> <img width="1900" height="828" src="/assets/images/testimonial/2024/nov/Nichole-Waligora.jpg" alt="A woman with long hair in a black top smiles warmly, representing the vibrant community at the University of Rochester." /> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="row grid grid-2 micro-nav">  <div class="grid-item"> <a href="/about/curriculum.html" class="testimonials-items"> <div class="testimonials-item--image"> <img loading="lazy" width="1900" height="828" src="/assets/images/about/2024-10-31_Marc_Porosoff_class_0020.jpg" alt="Students relax on the grass in front of the University of Rochester library, enjoying a sunny day outdoors." /> </div> <div class="testimonials-item--text"> <div class="title">Education your way</div> <p>There’s only one required course for undergraduates.</p> <span> <i class="fas fa-arrow-right" aria-hidden="true"></i> </span> </div> </a> </div>  <div class="grid-item"> <a href="/research/" class="testimonials-items"> <div class="testimonials-item--image"> <img loading="lazy" width="1900" height="828" src="/assets/images/about/2023-08-17_iGEM_students_Meyer_lab_0505.jpg" alt="A female scientist in a lab coat conducts research in a laboratory at the University of Rochester." /> </div> <div class="testimonials-item--text"> <div class="title">Research is in our DNA</div> <p>Students, faculty, and staff all collaborate to make discoveries.</p> <span> <i class="fas fa-arrow-right" aria-hidden="true"></i> </span> </div> </a> </div> </div> <div class="row grid grid-2 micro-nav">  <div class="grid-item"> <a href="/about/community.html" class="testimonials-items"> <div class="testimonials-item--image"> <img loading="lazy" width="1900" height="828" src="/assets/images/about/2023-10-24_Fall_campus_aerial_5622.jpg" alt="A panoramic view of Rochester from a hilltop, showcasing the skyline and urban landscape, with the University of Rochester nearby." /> </div> <div class="testimonials-item--text"> <div class="title">The city we call home</div> <p>We’re nestled between the Genesee River and downtown Rochester.</p> <span> <i class="fas fa-arrow-right" aria-hidden="true"></i> </span> </div> </a> </div>  <div class="grid-item"> <a href="/about/rankings.html" class="testimonials-items"> <div class="testimonials-item--image"> <img loading="lazy" width="1900" height="828" src="/assets/images/about/2019-06-25_Victoria_Dey_0881.1.jpg" alt="A woman at a desk with a laptop, focused on her work, representing academic life at the University of Rochester." /> </div> <div class="testimonials-item--text"> <div class="title">Amazing value</div> <p>We’re near the top of multiple rankings based on quality and value.</p> <span> <i class="fas fa-arrow-right" aria-hidden="true"></i> </span> </div> </a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="stripe" role="main" style="background: linear-gradient(to bottom, #ffffff 0%, #ffffff 50%, #f4f4f4 51%, #f4f4f4 100%) !important"> <div class="row expanded"> <div class="columns large-6 no-pad"> <div class="stripe-video animate transition-in"> <video autoplay="" loop="" muted="" playsinline="" src="/assets/videos/2024/year-in-review.mp4" type="video/mp4" class="video" id="media-video-stripe" title="Pride, ever better at Rochester"> <source src="/assets/videos/2024/year-in-review.mp4" type="video/mp4" title="Pride, ever better at Rochester" /> <source src="/assets/videos/2024/year-in-review.webm" type="video/webm" title="Pride, ever better at Rochester" /> <source src="/assets/videos/2024/year-in-review.ogv" type="video/ogg" title="Pride, ever better at Rochester" /> <img src="/assets/images/RE_video_still.jpeg" title="Your browser does not support the <video> tag" alt="scene inside Eastman Theater with the words ROCHESTER EFFECT" /> </video> <button id="play-pause-stripe" role="button" aria-label="Play/Pause" data-toggle="video-section" class="icon circle"> <i class="far fa-play" aria-hidden="true"></i><i class="far fa-pause" aria-hidden="true"></i> </button> </div> </div> <div class="columns large-6"> <div class="stripe-content animate transition-in"> <h2 class="secondary-font">Academics, ever better</h2> <p class="lead"> With 200+ degree programs and only one required undergraduate course, Rochester empowers you to study your passions and succeed in your classes, your career, and beyond. In fact, 95% of recent undergrads report positive career outcomes—that’s the Rochester difference. </p> <a href="/academics/" class="cta_sub"><span>Our schools and programs <i class="fas fa-arrow-right" aria-hidden="true"></i></span></a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="card-section twoxtwo"> <div class="row"> <div class="columns large-12"> <div class="section-title"> <h2 class="text-center secondary-font">The University at a glance</h2> </div> </div> </div> <div class="row" style="margin-bottom: 35px"> <div class="column large-10 large-offset-1 text-center"> <p class="lead" style="padding: 0"> Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. Our community includes more than 1,000 faculty, 11,000 students, and 30,000 staff. </p> </div> </div> <div class="row card-row"> <div class="large-6 column cards-column card-white animate"> <a href="/about/administration.html" class="cards"> <div class="cards-image"> <img src="/assets/images/about/University-of-Rochester-President-Sarah-Mangelsdorf.jpg" alt="President Sarah C. Mangelsdorf, wearing a blue blazer and black shirt, stands in front of a bookshelf at the University of Rochester." /> </div> <div class="cards--text"> <h3 class="title">Leadership and administration</h3> <p> The University is led by President Sarah C. Mangelsdorf with support from her senior leadership team. The Board of Trustees provides oversight. </p> <div class="cta_sub"> <span>Meet the leadership team <i class="fas fa-arrow-right"></i></span> </div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="large-6 column cards-column card-white animate"> <a href="/about/symbols.html" class="cards"> <div class="cards-image"> <img src="../assets/images/about/2017-10-14_MEL_candids_474.jpg" alt="A woman and child embrace a cheerful mascot at a University of Rochester event, showcasing joy and community spirit." /> </div> <div class="cards--text"> <h3 class="title">Our symbols and traditions</h3> <p> In 1851 Rochester adopted its motto Meliora—a Latin word for “ever better.” It’s more than a motto for us. It’s our past, present, and our vision for the future. </p> <div class="cta_sub"> <span>Why we love dandelions <i class="fas fa-arrow-right"></i></span> </div> </div> </a> </div> </div> <div class="row card-row"> <div class="large-6 column cards-column card-white animate"> <a href="/about/pride.html" class="cards"> <div class="cards-image"> <img src="../assets/images/about/2024-10-25_Scare_Fair_Drone_0041.jpg" alt="Aerial view of the University of Rochester, showcasing the cityscape and surrounding landscape from above." /> </div> <div class="cards--text"> <h3 class="title">Our points of pride</h3> <p> From Nobel and Pulitzer Prizes to cutting-edge technology, we’re tackling the world’s greatest challenges. </p> <div class="cta_sub"> <span>Notable awards and honors <i class="fas fa-arrow-right"></i></span> </div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="large-6 column cards-column card-white animate"> <a href="//boundless.rochester.edu/" class="cards"> <div class="cards-image"> <img src="../assets/images/about/2024-08-21_Candlelight_Ceremony_0509.jpg" alt="A group of individuals gathers outside the University of Rochester's capitol building, lighting candles in remembrance." /> </div> <div class="cards--text"> <h3 class="title">2030 Strategic Plan: Boundless Possibility</h3> <p style="letter-spacing: -0.2px"> The University of Rochester’s strategic plan outlines bold goals to tackle future challenges across research, academics, healthcare, employee success, and operations—reinforcing our commitment to being Ever Better. </p> <div class="cta_sub"> <span>A future with Boundless Possibility <i class="fas fa-arrow-right"></i></span> </div> </div> </a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="cta-stripe bg-yellow img-right"> <div class="row"> <div class="large-12 column"> <div class="cta-stripe-copy"> <h2 class="secondary-font">The arts at Rochester</h2> <img class="mobile-image" src="../assets/images/2014-02-06_Markiyan_Melnychenko_133.1.jpg" alt="Musician performing - University of Rochester" width="100%" /> <p class="lead"> The performing and visual arts are essential to developing creative thinkers and engaged citizens. From the classroom to the stage, arts are an essential part of the Rochester experience. </p> <div class="cta-stripe-cta"> <a href="arts.html">Explore arts<i class="fas fa-arrow-right" aria-hidden="true"></i></a> </div> </div> <img src="../assets/images/2014-02-06_Markiyan_Melnychenko_133.1.jpg" alt="Musician performing - University of Rochester" width="100%" /> </div> </div> </section> <section class="cta-stripe bg-gray img-right"> <div class="row"> <div class="large-12 column"> <div class="cta-stripe-copy"> <h2 class="secondary-font">Our values define our mission</h2> <img class="mobile-image" src="../assets/images/2017-05-17_flagpole_seal_054.jpg" alt="Meliora seal at University of Rochester" width="100%" /> <p class="lead"> The University’s mission is to <strong>Learn, Discover, Heal, Create—and Make the World Ever Better.</strong> </p> <p class="lead"> Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: <strong>equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and 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