Rockford University
Rockford, IL · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · City
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About Rockford University
Rockford University is a private university in Rockford, Illinois, United States. It was founded in 1847 as Rockford Female Seminary and changed its name to Rockford College in 1892, and to Rockford University in 2013.
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93%
Acceptance
$22,436
Net price
972
Enrollment
47%
Grad rate
Report Card
Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
93%
Acceptance rate
956
SAT average
21
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$22,436
Average net price
$37,780
In-state tuition
$37,780
Out-of-state tuition
$11,420
Room & board
$1,200
Books & supplies
$49,169
Total cost of attendance
48%
Students receiving Pell grants
57%
Students with federal loans
$22,274
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$54,794
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$45,847
Median earnings (6 yrs)
47%
Graduation rate
65%
Retention rate
82%
Earn more than a HS grad
$9,830
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
972
Total enrollment
4%
Part-time
22
Avg. age at entry
42%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Rockford University FAQ
Is Rockford University a public or private school?
Rockford University is a private nonprofit institution located in Rockford, IL.
What is the acceptance rate at Rockford University?
Rockford University has an acceptance rate of 93%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Rockford University cost?
The average annual net price at Rockford University is $22,436 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $37,780.
What is the graduation rate at Rockford University?
About 47% of students at Rockford University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Rockford University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Rockford University students earn a median of $54,794 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Rockford University?
Admitted students at Rockford University have an average SAT score of 956 and an ACT midpoint of 21. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Rockford University?
Rockford University enrolls about 972 students.
Campus
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