About Microelectronic Engineering in Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)
Semiconductor and photonic devices impact virtually every aspect of human life, from communication, entertainment, and transportation, to health, solid-state lighting, and solar cells. There is an ever increasing need for talented engineers that not only understand the design of these amazing devices but can direct and optimize their fabrication. Microelectronic engineering is at the cutting edge of science education. Integrated nanoelectronic and microelectronic circuits and sensors drive our global economy, increase our productivity, and help improve our quality of life. RIT’s microelectronic engineering degree is the only accredited bachelor of science degree of its kind in the U.S. and is considered a world leader in the education of semiconductor process engineers.
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 |
