Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)
GradGuide links you to America’s premier STEM-co-op university in innovation-driven Rochester, New York.
Studying in RIT
In Rochester, RIT pairs top-50 STEM majors with built-in paid co-ops, so you innovate, code, design and earn U.S. experience.
Studying in RIT
Why Choose RIT?
STEM Powerhouse
ABET-accredited AI, robotics & engineering rank top-50, delivering a high-ROI American STEM degree.
Built-in Co-ops
Up to 24 paid co-op months mean you graduate with a résumé U.S. OPT and H-1B employers trust.
Global Diversity
2,000+ internationals; GradGuide’s desi tips help you thrive in RIT’s multicultural tech scene.
GradGuide Tip: Co-op hours often count toward OPT employers’ “U.S. experience” filters—gold for tech hiring.
RIT Scholarships
- Merit Tiger awards cut tuition up to $20K/yr; STEM, design, diversity grants auto-reviewed—GradGuide sharpens eligibility.
How GradGuide Helps
- GradGuide aligns your RIT profile—GPA eval, GRE coaching, portfolio polish, visa file, and co-op-to-OPT strategy.
GradGuide Tip: Many scholarships are auto-considered. Apply early to boost your chances!
Life at RIT
Tech + Creativity
Work in makerspaces by day, jam in game-dev or photo studios by night; RIT’s tech-creative energy never sleeps.
Big-Name Co-ops
Earn at Microsoft or Tesla, then hike Rochester waterfalls or sample downtown food-truck festivals.
Desi Community
Cricket, Garba, Bollywood mashups; Find Indian groceries, chai cafés, and study groups fast.
Courses Offered at RIT
High-demand STEM and creative majors that maximise co-op and OPT value.
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What Indian Students Ask Us Most
What Indian Students Ask Us Most
Is the GRE mandatory for RIT STEM master’s?
Most STEM programs require GRE ≥ 300; some creative tracks waive it.
What GPA makes a competitive RIT application?
Aim for 3.0 / 4.0 (≈ 65-70 %) or higher for scholarship consideration.
How long and paid are RIT co-ops?
Co-ops run 6-12 months and average US $23 / hr across 3,900 employers.
What’s RIT’s latest job-placement rate?
95% of grads report employment or grad-school placement within 6 months.
Here’s What’s Next for You
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