Overview
Student Population
| Location | Rockford, Illinois |
| Online | rockford.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Rockford, Illinois, Rockford University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 2,021 prospective students applied, and 1,027 were granted admission. Of those admitted 212 enrolled in the school. 1,037 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 235 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $32,800 plus fees of $250. Rockford University is ranked 655 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
Rockford University is rated within the lower 42% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Rockford University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#655 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#407 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#36 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#27 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#103 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 900/1100 |
| ACT | 16/23 |
| GPA | 3.25 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2022 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $250 |
| Room and Board | $9,770 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,460 |
| Total One Year Cost | $47,480 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 28% |
| Education | 27% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=148405 IPEDS survey data for Rockford University.
Current students may use the Rockford University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.