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About Rockford University

small private universitynursing and health focussmall class sizesmasters level programstest optional admissions

Rockford University is a private university in Rockford, IL, known for its small private university, nursing and health focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 55%, Rockford University is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 168 students each year. Rockford University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 840–1086, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Rockford University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $18,434 per year; the sticker price of $48,700 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Rockford University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

55%
Overall Accept Rate
963
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 840 – 1086 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Rockford University

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Demonstrated Interest
Rockford University is a small campus community where personal connections matter, so visit in person or schedule a virtual meeting with an admissions counselor to put a face to your application and show you are genuinely interested in the school.
Test Score Strategy
Since Rockford University is test optional and your scores fall below the 75th percentile of admitted students, consider leaving scores off your application and letting your GPA, coursework, and activities carry the weight instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Rockford University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$49k/yr$20.9k
30k-48k~$49k/yr$20.8k
48k-75k~$49k/yr$23.0k
75k-110k~$49k/yr$21.2k
110k+~$49k/yr$27.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

38%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$46k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
963
Undergrad Enrollment
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