About Chemistry in Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)
Chemistry is the science of the structure, properties, and reactions of matter. Chemists seek to understand matter at the molecular and atomic levels. Knowledge of chemistry is fundamental to an understanding of biology, biochemistry, geology and medicine, and areas of astronomy, physics, and engineering. RIT’s chemistry degree prepares you for work in all areas of chemistry. You will be prepared for a wide variety of professional positions in industrial manufacturing and research, government, pharmaceuticals, and health care. You will also be ready to continue with graduate studies in chemistry or professional education in medicine or other health-related fields.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have passed high school
English language requirements
- IELTS :6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 79
- PTE : 58
Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Highlights
| University Type |
Private, non-profit |
| Year of Establishment |
1829 |
| Campus setting |
Sub-urban |
| Student Retention Rate |
89% |
| Work-study program |
Available |
| Mode of Program |
Full time; Part-time; online |
| Application Fee |
65 USD |
| Acceptance rate |
70.7% |
| Minimum ELP scores |
TOEFL-79 IELTS -6.5 |
| Financial Aid |
Available as grants, awards, and scholarships |
| Admission Helpdesk |
admissions@rit.edu |
Rochester Institute of Technology:Cost of Attendance
An expected budget has been tabulated below for applicants wishing to enrol at the university in the coming year:
| Type of Fee |
Annual rates for UG |
| Tuition |
USD52,030 |
| Student Activities Fee |
USD316 |
| Student Health Services Fee |
USD410 |
| Rent |
USD8,392 |
| Board (Options) |
USD6,040 |
| Total Estimated Billed Expenses* |
USD67,188 |
| Books, personal expenses, and transportation |
USD2,088 |
| Total Estimated Cost of Attendance |
USD69,296 |
