Virtual Information Sessions

Our general information session is a great way to get an overview of the University of Rochester’s unique approach to learning, the campus community, and the admissions process from one of our admissions staff members. This one hour session allows for plenty of time to also have any of your questions answered through an online chat feature.

Virtual information sessions will be offered on Mondays and Fridays at various times.  They will also be offered on select Saturdays and Sundays.

College Admissions Workshop Series

Navigating the college search and decision process can be difficult. Our College Admissions Workshop Series is designed to give you an opportunity to learn directly from our admissions staff on important focused topics related to the college admissions process. Our staff will guide you through each topic and be available to answer any questions you may have as you prepare to apply to the University of Rochester or other institutions.

The workshop series will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays at various times. Topics will include:

The College Admissions Essay
October 1 & November 3

College Admissions Interviewing 101
October 22 & November 10

Selective College Admissions
October 27 & November 5

Rochester Workshop Series

While the virtual information sessions are a great way to learn the basics about Rochester, you may want to learn more. The Rochester Workshop Series is designed to give you an opportunity to dive deeper into various topics related to the University of Rochester experience.

The workshop series will be offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at various times. Topics will include:

Department Workshops
Biomedical Engineering (October 26), American Sign Language (October 28), Hajim School of Engineering Student Q&A (October 28), Philosophy (October 28), Debate (November 4), Biology (November 5 & 6), Business (November 10), Computer Science (November 11)

Q&A with Current Rochester Students
October 27 & November 12

Humanities Sessions
Race, Gender, Sexuality, and Inequality through a Humanistic Lens Panel (October 28), Humanities Student Panel (November 6)

Combined Degree Programs at Rochester
October 28, November 5

Mock Admissions Committee
November 17

Pre-Health Advantages at Rochester
November 18

City of Rochester Virtual Tour
November 19

Research Opportunities at Rochester
November 24

University of Rochester Application Workshop
November 25

Virtual Interviews

Virtual interviews are now available for rising high school seniors and transfer students interested in applying for fall 2021. Virtual interviews are conducted online with admissions representatives using video chat software.  Due to high demand, we also offer alumni interviews.

Region-Specific Virtual Events

Besides our workshop series and information sessions, we are excited to offer virtual events designed for students and families in different regions around the world. These virtual events will be led by your regional admissions counselor.

Accommodation Statement

The University of Rochester is committed to providing inclusive experiences and equal access to programs and services. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact us at admit@admissions.rochester.edu. In all situations, a good faith effort (up until the time of the event) will be made to provide accommodations.