Academics | RIT Academics Academics As one of the world’s leading technological institutions, RIT is a vibrant, connected community that is home to diverse, ambitious, and creative students from more than 100 countries. It offers an incredible array of academic programs; a diverse, committed, and accessible faculty; sophisticated facilities; and an unusual emphasis on experiential learning. Degree Programs by the Numbers 13 Doctoral Programs Doctorate degrees are available in astrophysical sciences and technology, biomedical and chemical engineering, business administration, cognitive science, color science, computing and information sciences, electrical and computer engineering, imaging science, mathematical modeling, mechanical and industrial engineering, microsystems engineering, physics, and sustainability. Explore Doctoral Degrees 69 Master’s Degrees Graduate degrees include master of architecture (M.Arch.), master of business administration (MBA), master of engineering (ME), master of fine arts (MFA), master of science (MS), and master of science for teachers (MST). Explore Graduate Degrees 79 Bachelor’s Degrees A full range of undergraduate degrees in areas as diverse as art and design, business, engineering, science and math, criminal justice, cybersecurity, photography, environmental studies, hospitality and service management, information technology, game design and development, bioinformatics, and many other exciting, innovative areas. Explore Undergraduate Degrees 81 Accelerated Dual-Degree Programs Earn a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in as little as five years of study, saving you time and money. Explore Combined Accelerated Bachelor’s/Master’s Degrees Areas of Study Art, Design, and Architecture Business, Management, and Leadership Communications and Digital Media Computing and Information Sciences Engineering and Engineering Technology Environmental Studies and Sustainability Game Design, Development, and Arts Health Professions and Medical Sciences Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education Photography, Film, and Animation Science and Math Undeclared and Individualized Study University of Firsts 1982 Nation’s first microelectronics bachelor of science program specializing in the fabrication of semiconductor devices and integrated circuits 1983 First university in the nation to offer a bachelor of science degree in biotechnology 1990 Nation’s first imaging science doctoral program 1991 First fully online program —years before the rest of higher education entered the online arena 1993 First nationally recognized information technology degree 1996 First university to offer an undergraduate degree in software engineering 2002 World’s first and only doctoral program in microsystems engineering 2008 World’s first doctoral program focusing on sustainable production systems 2012 Among the first universities to create a department dedicated to computing security 2016 One of the nation’s first universities to offer a bachelor of science degree in digital humanities and social science Colleges College of Art and Design Saunders College of Business School of Individualized Study Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences Kate Gleason College of Engineering College of Engineering Technology Golisano Institute for Sustainability College of Health Sciences and Technology College of Liberal Arts National Technical Institute for the Deaf College of Science Minors and Immersions Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree must complete an immersion, which supports deeper learning within a focus area and is used to meet RIT’s general education requirements. As an undergraduate student, you have the option of completing a minor, which can complement your major, help you develop another area of professional expertise, or enable you to pursue an area of personal interest. Learn more about Minors Learn more about Immersions Honors Program Designed around three basic ideals of leadership, scholarship, and citizenship, the Honors Program is for students who seek to challenge themselves in exemplary learning experiences; who wish to extend and share their knowledge through participation in professional associations and conferences; and who aspire to join other outstanding students and faculty in a variety of special activities throughout the year. Learn more about the Honors Program Undecided RIT is one of the few universities where you can immerse yourself in your major from day one. Or, if you need time to explore your interests, undeclared options are available at the university levels. If your interests fall within one college, but you are not sure of your major, most colleges offer an undeclared option to help you discover more about the majors within the college. Academic Support Progress is measured in those moments that thrust you forward toward the next experience, discovery, or breakthrough. At RIT, we offer academic support services from tutoring to access services to help all of our students continue their journey of discovery. Learn more about Academic Support Online and Continuing Education Leveraging decades of experience in distance learning, RIT captures the world-class quality of RIT and customizes it for online learning. The same remarkable faculty at RIT’s main campus teach all online courses and programs. Explore our online programs Global Campuses At RIT, we are committed to expanding opportunities for global education, international connections, work experience, and cultural exchanges. RIT has international campuses in China, Croatia, Dubai, and Kosovo with more than 2,000 locally enrolled students. Learn more about Global Opportunities Search RIT This website uses cookies to provide better user experience and functionality. You can control and configure cookies in your web browser. Cookie Statement How to Disable Cookies