Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology is a privately endowed, coeducational university with nine colleges emphasizing career education and experiential learning. It attracts students from every state and many countries. The variety of backgrounds and perspectives represented in the RIT community enriches the living and learning experience for all. It is an internationally recognized leader in preparing students for successful careers in professional and technical fields.

As a major technological university, RIT offers academic opportunities that extend far beyond science, engineering, and technology. It offers innovative programs in many emerging career fields that are designed to prepare the students not only for today's competitive workplace, but for the challenges they can face tomorrow as industries evolve and change.

The University's Campus occupies 1,300 acres in suburban Rochester, the third largest city in New York State. It also has international locations in Eastern Europe, Dubai, and China. RIT is an active, fascinating place, and a campus visit is the best way to see if it is right for the students.