C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
50/100 · earnings-weighted

Roberts Wesleyan University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Rochester, New York 14624
Roberts Wesleyan University campus, Rochester, NY
Roberts Wesleyan University campus, Rochester, NY. Photo: Unknown authorUnknown author, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 64%
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
F
15/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
B+
74/100
Prestige
D
33/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,619
Total Enrollment
64%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
78%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Roberts Wesleyan University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$55,031
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$56,275
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$23,750
Median debt at graduation
66.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,170
Average SAT
26
Median ACT
35.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 43% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 38th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Roberts Wesleyan University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$75,953$90,146+1%#365 of 966#565$18,750
Human Resources Management and Services$66,063$75,523+11%#51 of 187#69$18,750
Health and Medical Administrative Services$46,792$62,455+6%#100 of 275#145$21,431
Business Administration, Management and Operations—$49,788-27%#1091 of 1176#1149—
Education$35,712$48,623-1%#15 of 27#20$24,251
Special Education and Teaching—$47,243-6%#136 of 177#157$27,000
Social Work$37,100$44,863-13%#380 of 420#412$21,500
Psychology—$43,566-14%#858 of 1027#973$26,700
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$30,102$40,527-24%#444 of 476#462$23,155
Homeland Security$27,387————$21,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Roberts Wesleyan University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $279,174
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,613/mo — vs ~$788/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 14608 (9.6% cap, Rochester)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $36,004 $36,004
Room $7,090
Board $5,906
Total Cost (On-Campus) $54,420 $54,420

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
86%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,619
Total Students
71%
Women
72%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 69%
Hispanic 8%
Black 15%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 42%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 28%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 72%
25-64 (Adult) 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Roberts Wesleyan University?
Roberts Wesleyan University has an acceptance rate of 78%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Roberts Wesleyan University?
Tuition at Roberts Wesleyan University is $36,004 for in-state students and $36,004 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Roberts Wesleyan University?
The graduation rate at Roberts Wesleyan University is 64%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Roberts Wesleyan University a good school?
Roberts Wesleyan University has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Roberts Wesleyan University?
Roberts Wesleyan University has a total enrollment of 1,619 students. Most students (72%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology