MyROC

Skip to content

Research Rochester

These open houses for prospective students are your ideal opportunity to get an inside look at the University of Rochester.

  • Learn about the admissions process. Get an overview of our application process and financial aid and merit opportunities, with plenty of time for Q&A.
  • Experience URochester. Discover the curriculum, research opportunities, and what makes URochester unique.
  • Interact with our students. Current students will show you key landmarks on the River Campus while sharing personal anecdotes and answering questions along the way.

Explore Campus Map »

 

Parking

For our summer events, parking will be available on the River Campus. 

GPS destination: 252 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14611.

This will bring you to the front of campus. Once at this address, turn onto Wilson Blvd. and follow signs directing you to our event parking. Visit the parking and information booth in the middle of the street if you need parking instructions.


If you need to change your registration for any reason, or have any questions, please call us at (585) 275-3221 or email admit@admissions.rochester.edu

Monday, July 13

TimeEventDescriptionLocation
8:15 AM – 9:10 AMCheck-inPeruse today’s offerings and enjoy our “Welcome” video.

Feldman Ballroom,
Douglass Commons

9:10 AM – 9:45 AMWelcome and University OverviewLearn about the unique URochester Curriculum, undergraduate research opportunities, and the global campus environment.

Feldman Ballroom,
Douglass Commons

9:45 AM – 10:45 AM
(also at 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM)
Campus TourTake a student-led walking tour of campus.Departs from the steps of Rush Rhees Library
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
(also at 1:00 PM)
URochester Application WorkshopThis session will give an overview of the application process including specific tips on how to engage with the University of Rochester and create a strong application.

Dewey Hall
1-101

10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
(also at 11:00 AM)
Financing Your EducationLearn about need-based aid opportunities.Feldman Ballroom,
Douglass Commons
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
(also at 9:45 AM & 2:00 PM)
Campus TourTake a student-led walking tour of campus.Departs from the steps of Rush Rhees Library
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
(also at 10:00 AM)
Financing Your EducationLearn about need-based aid opportunities.Feldman Ballroom,
Douglass Commons
11:00 AM – 1:30 PMLunchUse the meal ticket you received at check-in. It’s good for you and your whole family!Douglass Dining Hall, Douglass Commons
11:00 AM – 11:20 AMFaculty Lecture

Topic: Finding Fraud in the Accounting Data
 

Professor Timothy Hungerford, Undergraduate Business

This lecture will provide a fraud technique overview. Attendees will then use the learning to review evidence and help identify instances of  fraud. There will be a review of additional evidence from other actual fraud and negligence cases.

Morey Hall, Room 321
11:15 AM – 12:00 PMAthletics TourTour the Robert B. Goergen Athletic Center and a variety of other athletic facilities.Departs from the entrance of the Goergen Athletic Center
11:45 AM – 12:45 PMQ&A with Leadership

Stop by on the way to lunch!  Get a chance to chat with admissions leadership and ask any questions you may have.

Feldman Ballroom Lobby,
Douglass Commons

12:00 PM – 12:45 PMFaculty Lecture

Topics: Homer’s Odyssey in Historical Context & Interdepartmental Research Projects

Faculty: Dr. Alexander Cushing, Religion and Classic

Professor Guillaume Chastel, American Sign Language

Examine the influence of contemporary historical developments like Greek colonization and intercultural exchange, and the evolution of Greek literature on the production and themes of The Odyssey.

ASL students have conducted some intriguing research projects in collaboration with other departments. Some examples and ideas will be described.

Morey Hall, Room 321
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
(also at 10:00 AM)
URochester Application Workshop

This session will give an overview of the application process including specific tips on how to engage with URochester and create a strong application.

Dewey Hall
1-101
1:00 PM – 1:45 PMFaculty Lecture

Topics: Humor and Ethics & Inside the Molecular Arms Race: Penicillin Resistance Explained

Faculty: Dr. Alexis Stein, Biology

Dr. Paul Audi, Philosophy

This faculty lecture is intended to provide you with a glimpse of what it's like to be a student in a class at URochester. Presented by faculty from the departments of Philosophy and Biology.

Morey Hall, Room 321
2:00 PM – 2:45 PMStudent PanelMeet current students and hear their perspectives on undergraduate life at URochester.Feldman Ballroom,
Douglass Commons
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
(also at 9:45 AM & 11:00 AM)
Campus TourTake a student-led walking tour of campus.Departs from the steps of Rush Rhees Library
```

First-time Users

Create/Activate Account

Note: To protect the privacy and security of your application, you must register your email address. Once created, you may access your account at any time, using your registered email and self-selected password.

Let’s keep in touch

Connect with us on social media and check out our blog for advice, reminders, and updates.

Return to the top of the page