Rockford U. undergraduate enrollment hits record

Chronicle Media
Rockford University is the area’s only four-year residential campus.

Rockford University is the area’s only four-year residential campus.

Enrollment of full-time undergraduate students at Rockford University has reached a record high of 903 students for fall 2015, up nearly 3 percent over‌ last year.

The new school year also marks a 16 percent increase in freshman, or first-year students, with 169 new students coming to campus. The university’s total student enrollment is 1,281, and includes 1,061 undergraduate and 220 graduate students.‌

“We are very encouraged by the growth we are seeing this year,‌ particularly with‌‌ new students,” said Vice President for Enrollment Management Eric Fulcomer. “Along with our strong first year enrollment is an 11 percent increase in students living on campus. The increase in our residency rates translates to a more robust campus environment and enhances our overall student experience.”

Rockford University is the area’s only four-year residential campus. The student population represents 24 states and 23 countries, adding to a rich and dynamic campus environment.

The university’s international student population has increased 61 percent from last fall with 79 students enrolled in undergraduate, graduate and ESL programs.

Rockford University is a four-year, co-educational institution founded in 1847 offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in traditional liberal arts and professional fields.

The university offers approximately 80 majors, minors and concentrations.

 

 

 

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