Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Terre Haute, Indiana · Private
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology admitted 81% of 5,991 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1270–1450 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 82% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- February 1, 2027
The application fee is $65, and Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology accepts the Common App fee waiver. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, a counselor recommendation, and a midyear report from your school.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
113 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, 29 took it, and 1 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Activities
- Character
Important
- Essay
- Recommendations
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Interview
- Talent or ability
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.91 GPA. 59% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $77,890 a year. After grants, students paid $44,016 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s acceptance rate?
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology admitted 81% of applicants: 4,847 of 5,991 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 1, 2026 and regular decision is due February 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1270 to 1450, with a median around 1380. A score at or above 1380 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s application fee?
The application fee is $65 for 2026–27, and Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology require?
Besides the application and transcript, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, a counselor recommendation, and a midyear report from your school.
Does Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology have supplemental essays?
No. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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