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Rockford University

Rockford, Illinois · Private

91%acceptance rate
807.5–1025SAT middle 50%
18.5–23ACT middle 50%
$24,098average net price

Rockford University admitted 91% of 1,627 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 807.5–1025 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 38% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

Rockford University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application is free.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Rockford University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Rockford University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Rockford University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • GPA

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • Test scores
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience

Not considered

  • Interview
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.06 GPA. 9.7% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.06%
  • 3.75–3.9913%
  • 3.50–3.7413%
  • 3.25–3.4912%
  • 3.00–3.2413%
  • 2.50–2.9922%
  • 2.00–2.4917%
  • Under 2.06%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $52,900 a year. After grants, students paid $24,098 on average.

Average price after grants, by family income:

  • $0–30k$21,950
  • $30–48k$20,840
  • $48–75k$21,448
  • $75–110k$24,280
  • $110k+$26,869

Quick answers

What is Rockford University’s acceptance rate?

Rockford University admitted 91% of applicants: 1,473 of 1,627 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is Rockford University’s application deadline?

Rockford University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

What SAT score do you need for Rockford University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 807.5 to 1025, with a median around 915. A score at or above 915 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is Rockford University’s application fee?

The application is free for 2026–27.

Does Rockford University have supplemental essays?

No. Rockford University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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