The Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), also known as Public Law 110-315 or the Student Right-to-Know Act, was enacted on August 14, 2008, and reauthorizes the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended (HEA).
The University of Rochester, in compliance with student consumer information regulations, is making this information available to prospective students, parents, prospective staff, current students, current staff, and the public.
Notice of Availability of Institutional and Financial Aid Information
- Financial Aid Office – River Campus: Serves undergraduates and graduates enrolled in The College (The School of Arts and Sciences and the Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences), School of Nursing, Simon School of Business, and Warner School of Education
- Financial Aid Office – Eastman School of Music: Serves undergraduates and graduates at the Eastman School of Music
- Financial Aid Office – School of Medicine and Dentistry: Serves graduates at the School of Medicine and Dentistry
Contact Information for Assistance in Obtaining Institutional or Financial Aid Information
- Financial Aid Office – River Campus
- Financial Aid Office – Eastman School of Music
- Financial Aid Office – School of Medicine and Dentistry
American Rescue Plan (ARP) Emergency Grants for Students
The American Rescue Plan (ARP) was signed into law on March 11, 2021. The Plan created a third Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF III”) for distribution to colleges and universities, intended to help offset costs to students and institutions resulting from campus disruptions due to the Coronavirus. This report is required by Section 314(e) of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA) and is published here pursuant to the guidance issued by the U.S. Department of Education.
The University of Rochester signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants for Students under the Act on April 27, 2020.
The University received $7,551,244 on May 26, 2021. This funding has been allocated among The College of Arts, Science & Engineering, Eastman School of Music, and the School of Medicine and Dentistry. Each school will distribute its funding allocation based on the unique needs of its student population.
CRRSA Act Emergency Grants for Students
The Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA) was signed into law on December 27, 2020. Section 314 of the CRRSAA created a second Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund called HEERF II to provide emergency financial aid assistance to students. Funds may be used for any component of the student’s cost of attendance or for emergency costs that arise due to coronavirus, such as tuition, technology, food, housing, health care (including mental health care) or child care.
The University received $3,005,849 on January 17, 2021 to be allocated across The College of Arts, Science & Engineering, Eastman School of Music, and the School of Medicine and Dentistry. Each school will distribute its funding allocation based on the unique needs of its student population.
Awards will be distributed to eligible students based on an analysis of financial need, using information from a student’s financial aid application and/or appeal process, with an emphasis on providing additional support to the neediest populations and those experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19.
Undergraduates and Graduates in the School of Arts & Sciences, the Hajim School of Engineering, the Warner School of Education, the Simon Business School, and the School of Nursing should reach out to their financial aid counselor to initiate the application process if they are experiencing a financial hardship due to COVID-19.
Undergraduates and Graduates at the Eastman School of Music should reach out to the Office of Financial Aid to initiate the appeal process if they are experiencing a financial hardship due to COVID-19.
Students at the School of Medicine and Dentistry should reach out to the Financial Aid Office to initiate the appeal process if they are experiencing a financial hardship due to COVID-19.
CRRSAA/HEERF II Quarterly Report – June 2021
CRRSAA/HEERF II – Quarterly/Final Report – Institutional Funds – June 2021
CARES Act Emergency Grants for Students
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act (the “Act”) was signed into law on March 27, 2020. Section 18004 of the Act created the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (“HEERF”) for distribution to colleges and universities, intended to help offset costs to students and institutions resulting from campus disruptions due to the Coronavirus. This report is required by Section 18004(e) of the Act and is published here pursuant to the guidance issued by the U.S. Department of Education.
As required by Section 18004(c) of the Act, the University intends to use no less than 50% of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. The University of Rochester signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants for Students under the Act on April 27, 2020.
The University received $3,005,849 – 50% of its total HEERF allocation — on May 6, 2020. This funding has been allocated among The College of Arts, Science & Engineering, Eastman School of Music, and the School of Medicine and Dentistry. Each school will distribute its funding allocation based on the unique needs of its student population. The allocations among schools and to various groups of students are described below.
As of the date of this report, 9/6/20, a total of $3,005,849 in Emergency Financial Aid Grants have been distributed to students under Section 18004(c) of the CARES Act.
The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students, is 4,442.
The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(c) of the CARES Act as of the date of this report is 4,442.
The methods used by the University of Rochester to determine which students receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants and how much they receive under Section 18004(c) of the CARES Act are described here by school.
The College of Arts, Sciences, and Engineering
The School of Medicine & Dentistry
CARES Act/HEERF 30 Day Report – Emergency Grants for Students
CARES Act/HEERF 45 Day Report – Emergency Grants for Students
CARES Act/HEERF Final Report – Emergency Grants for Students
CARES Act/HEERF Final Report – Institutional Funds
Instructions/guidance provided to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants
Checks were distributed directly to students through the accounts payable office at the University. Included with the check was a letter of explanation signed by President Sarah Mangelsdorf (here) and a Q&A regarding permitted uses of the CARES Act funds (here).
Institutional Information
Accreditation, Approval, and Licensure of Institution and Programs
Career and Job Placement Services
- Undergraduates
- Graduates
Copyright Infringement−Policies and Sanctions
Cost of Attendance
- Undergraduates
- Graduates
Facilities
Facilities and Services for Students with Disabilities
- Undergraduates
- The College
- Dean of Students Office – Notification to Rochester
- Center for Teaching and Learning – Accommodations
- Eastman School of Music
- School of Nursing
- The College
- Graduates
Faculty
- Undergraduates
- Graduates
- The College
- Eastman School of Music
- Graduates
Privacy of Student Records − Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Refund Policy and Return of Title IV, Federal Financial Aid
- The College (undergraduate)
- Eastman School of Music
- School of Medicine and Dentistry, Graduate Education
- School of Medicine and Dentistry, Medical Education
- School of Nursing
- Simon Business School
- University Graduate Studies
- Warner School of Education
Student Activities
Textbook Information
- Courses offered
- Undergraduates
- Book Costs
- Undergraduates
- Graduates
Financial Assistance
Assistance Available From Federal, State, Local, and Institutional Programs
Institutional
- Undergraduate
- Graduate
Local
State
Federal
Federal Student Financial Aid Penalties for Drug Law Violations
Student Loan Information
- Eastman School of Music
- The College and School of Nursing
- Initial Loan Counseling for Student Borrowers
- Exit Counseling for Student Borrowers
- Institutional Code of Conduct for Education Loans
- Preferred Lender Lists
- The University will not publish or give students a preferred lender list. The University will not deny or otherwise impede a borrower’s choice of lender.
- Preferred Lender Arrangements
- The University does not have any preferred lender arrangements. The University will not deny or otherwise impede a borrower’s choice of lender.
Health and Safety
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program
Campus Security Policies, Crime Statistics and Crime Log (Security Annual Report)
Information for Crime Victims About Disciplinary Proceedings
Fire Safety Policies, Fire Statistics and Fire Log (Annual Safety Report)
Emergency Response, Evacuation Procedures, and Missing Student Notification
- Copy of Security Annual Report and Annual Safety Report available upon request with Department of Public Safety
Student Outcomes
Fact Sheet: The College of Arts, Sciences and Engineering
Retention and Graduation Rates for Aid Recipients (Student Right-to-Know Act)
Transfer-out Rates (Student Right-to-Know Act)
Graduation Rates for Students Receiving Athletically Related Student Aid (Student Right-to-Know Act)
Transfer-out Rates for Students Receiving Athletically Related Student Aid (Student Right-to-Know Act)
Graduate and Professional Education Placement for Undergraduates
Graduate and Professional Education Placement for Graduates
Licensure Pass Rates
- School of Nursing – NCLEX
- School of Nursing – Marriage and Family Therapy National Exam Pass Rates
- Simon Business School – CPA
- Warner School of Education – Licensure Certification
Student Achievement Measurement
- The Student Achievement Measure is supported by six sponsoring associations, working together to provide a more comprehensive and accurate picture of student progress and completion as students move across institutions and state boundaries.
Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act
Intercollegiate Athletic Program Participation Rates and Financial Support Data (Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act):
- For the report on the University of Rochester’s athletic program’s participation rates and financial support data pursuant to the Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act, go to the US Department of Education‘s website, click on Get Data for one institution and then enter “University of Rochester.”
Voter Registration
Dual Admissions Programs
The College of Arts, Sciences and Engineering at the University of Rochester and Monroe Community College (MCC) offer a unique dual admission program. Students selected for the program will first complete an associate degree from MCC before matriculating as a student pursuing a baccalaureate degree at the University of Rochester.
MCC is responsible for the selection of candidates, and students can either apply through their application for admission to MCC or at any time during their first two semesters of full-time study at MCC. Students in the program will receive advising from MCC and are required to meet annually with a representative from the University of Rochester Office of Admissions. The University of Rochester will advise students of any special conditions, such as minimum quality point average, which may affect their eligibility to continue studies at the University of Rochester.
For information on audits, please visit Monroe Community College’s Audit Sheets.
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