- How is RIT/NTID different from other colleges and universities?
- What can I study at RIT/NTID?
- What if I don't know what I want to study?
- What access services are available?
- Is there anything fun to do on campus?
- What kinds of sports can I play at RIT/NTID?
- What is a cooperative work experience?
- Where is Rochester, and what's it like?
- Can I only enter RIT/NTID in the fall?
How is RIT/NTID different from other colleges and universities?
With 1,100 deaf and hard-of-hearing students and 14,000 hearing students on campus, RIT/NTID offers you a unique opportunity to enjoy the best of both worlds!
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You can choose from more than 200 programs of study in exciting fields such as Biotechnology, Information Technology, Professional and Technical Communication, Graphic Design, Photography, and more. RIT is consistently ranked among top universities in U.S. News & World Report: America's Best Colleges.
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What if I don't know what I want to study?
RIT/NTID offers a range of programs to match your interests and abilities. If you want to
collect additional information about careers and majors before deciding on a program of
study, you may choose one of our career exploration/decision options.
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What access services are available?
FM loop systems, real-time captionists, TTY pay phones, tutors, many faculty and staff members who use sign language, and depending on the program of study you choose, sign language interpreters and notetakers--all of which make for excellent accessibility for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
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Is there anything fun to do on campus?
You can join any of more than 100 clubs on campus related to hobbies, politics, sports, and cultural diversity as well as student government and Greek organizations.
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What kinds of sports can I play at RIT/NTID?
There are dozens of men's and women's varsity, intramural, and club sports for you to join. And, you'll enjoy our state-of-the-art sports facilities, including weight rooms, indoor and outdoor tracks, pools, ice rink, and tennis courts.
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What is a cooperative work experience?
A cooperative work experience sometimes called co-op, allows students to apply what they learn in the classroom to a real job. Most programs at RIT/NTID require at least one co-op as part of students' training and preparation.
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Where is Rochester, and what's it like?
RIT/NTID is located in a beautiful and safe suburban setting in Rochester--New York State's third-largest city. The area offers a variety of parks, shopping areas, beaches, restaurants, and museums. Rochester has one of the largest populations of deaf and hard-of-hearing people in the United States.
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Can I only enter RIT/NTID in the fall?
No, RIT/NTID operates on a quarter system. Accepted students may begin classes in September, December, March or May. Some programs may only be available for entry in fall.
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