Founded in 1829 as the Rochester Athenaeum, RIT is a private research university located in Rochester, New York. Through a merger with the Mechanics Institute in 1891, it evolved into a comprehensive institution known for its emphasis on technology, arts, and innovation. The university operates on a 1,300-acre campus and has global campuses in China, Croatia, Dubai, and Kosovo. RIT is particularly renowned for its cooperative education program, strong STEM focus, and innovative approach to combining technology with creativity
19,000+
Total enrollment
14,076
Undergraduate enrollment
2,400
International students
ABET Accreditation
RIT provides comprehensive career services through its Office of Career Services and Cooperative Education. The office offers extensive support including Career Connect platform, networking opportunities through alumni networks and LinkedIn, and resume building and interview preparation guidance. The university organizes multiple specialized career fairs throughout the year, connecting students with employers ranging from Fortune 500 companies to startups. RIT's cooperative education program, which provides full-time, paid work experiences, is a cornerstone of its career development approach. The university maintains strong relationships with over 3,400 industry partners, creating valuable opportunities for internships and full-time employment
93.15%
Overall outcome rate
83.92%
Knowledge rate
$102,770
Highest salary after graduation
365+
Career fair participation(students)
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5 Courses
Associate Professor and Design Innovation Expert at Rochester Institute of Technology.
Thérèse Hannigan, an Associate Professor at the Rochester Institute of Technology’s College of Art and Design, brings over 25 years of expertise in design, strategy, and innovation. She specializes in teaching courses on UX, information architecture, and visual communication, focusing on human-centered learning that equips students with in-demand skills for real-world impact. Committed to guiding individuals and organizations through change, Thérèse leverages thoughtful design and strategic thinking to drive industry relevance. Explore her courses, including "Design Thinking Fundamentals" and the "Design Thinking MicroMasters,"
6 Courses
Project Management Expert and Global Business Education Leader
Leonie Fernandes serves as a Senior Lecturer in Project Management at Rochester Institute of Technology's School of Individualized Study bringing over 25 years of project management experience across multiple industries Her expertise spans high-tech manufacturing healthcare and automotive sectors where she has led major global projects Her academic credentials include a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan and a master's degree from Rochester Institute of Technology complemented by her certification as a Project Management Professional PMP She currently teaches comprehensive project management courses including PROF-510 Project Management PROF-710 Advanced Project Management and specialized courses in Agile methodologies Her teaching portfolio includes courses addressing project management fundamentals program management for product development and agile leadership Her extensive experience in coaching and mentoring project leaders both within the United States and internationally enriches her teaching approach She specializes in developing curriculum that combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications drawing from her extensive industry experience Her contributions to online education include co-teaching International Project Management courses making project management education accessible to a global audience Her teaching philosophy emphasizes the multidisciplinary nature of project management incorporating both behavioral and quantitative aspects of the discipline