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The RIT Graduate School acts as a central hub, enhancing the academic journey for graduate students by cultivating a diverse scholarly community and offering robust professional development programs. This supportive environment, backed by dedicated faculty and staff, empowers students to excel in their research, scholarship, and creative endeavors.
Graduate Student Orientation
Events Include Campus Resource Fair, Career Bootcamp, and a Kickoff Reception
August 18–22, 2024
Congratulations on being accepted into an RIT graduate program! We are excited to welcome you to our dynamic community of scholars and innovators. As you begin this new academic journey, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Dive into orientation activities to get acquainted with campus resources and meet fellow graduate students. Embrace this opportunity to explore, learn, and grow in a diverse and excellent environment.
View the full list of Graduate School Orientation events here.
Newsletter
The RIT Graduate School Pulse Newsletter is a digest that provides information on upcoming events, news highlights, helpful resources, and updates during active spring and fall semesters.
Graduate Student Toolkit
This resource page has been created to assist graduate students by providing a host of relevant information in one place. The toolkit will help guide you through your academic career at RIT.
Latest News
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May 6, 2024
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RIT graduate pursues Ph.D. across time zones
Nastaran Nagshineh, a Ph.D. candidate at RIT, successfully bridged the Rochester and Dubai campuses, paving the way for future international students. Nagshineh is one of 67 Ph.D. students who defended their thesis this academic year and who will earn their doctorate.
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May 1, 2024
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3+3 law program celebrates first cohort of graduates and expanded program offerings
The path to obtaining a law degree typically requires at least seven years in higher education. However, students enrolled in RIT’s Accelerated 3+3 Law program are able to shave a year off of their journey and get a head start on establishing their career in law.
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April 23, 2024
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RIT and UR partner to create accelerated graduate degree pathways for education and counseling students
RIT’s College of Liberal Arts and University of Rochester’s Warner School of Education have established new 3+2 and 4+1 admissions agreements, providing RIT undergraduate students with expedited pathways to launch their careers in teaching, higher education, or counseling. These agreements streamline the process for eligible students to earn both their bachelor’s and master’s degrees within a five-year timeframe.
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April 9, 2024
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RIT graduate programs ranked among best in nation by ‘U.S. News & World Report’
Graduate degree programs at RIT were named among the best in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report. In the U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools 2024, RIT’s Saunders College of Business tied for 97th as one of the top full-time MBA programs.
