Rollins College

Black Pinpoint 1000 Holt Avenue Box 2720 | Winter Park, FL | 32789

01. Overview

What the school is known for:

Rollins College, a private school in Orlando, offers an academic experience that engages students with "local organizations and charities to bring the work we discuss in class into actual action." Such opportunities include "working with community members on development projects, working with policy-makers to present and enact change, [and] working in the museum to curate collections of artifacts." Some majors particularly appreciate that the on-campus child development center allows "hands-on experience for education majors as well as help with research for our psychology program." Driving that is the way in which "professors get to know students...and pass along wonderful educational opportunities." The best teachers at the school are especially lauded for the way they "capture the classes attention with their wit, and transfer their wit to the content." The school also offers financial aid to support studying abroad. This means that all students at Rollins can benefit from "access to...study abroad experiences that count towards college credit...[in] amazing places like Singapore, Costa Rica, and London." The even more specifically "free or low-cost" immersion program further "allows students to go off campus around Florida or other parts of the United States to learn about racial justice, personal wellness, or environmental justice." Regardless of the setting, this student sums up the general vibe: "almost every single class I have taken has felt like it has a purpose and taught me things that I will be able to utilize in the real world."

02. Rankings

Rankings and Lists

03. Admissions & Acceptance Rate

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Applicants
8,859
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Acceptance Rate
48%
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Average HS GPA
3.46

Deadlines

Early Decision
November 15
Early Decision II
January 5
Early Action
November 15
Regular
February 1

SAT & ACT Test Scores

SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
610 - 680

SAT Math

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
580 - 660

SAT Composite Scores

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1210 - 1260

ACT Composite Scores

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
25 - 30

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Testing Policies

Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
Test Optional

Other Admission Factors Academic

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Academic GPA

Selectivity

4. Cost, Tuition, Expenses

Expenses per Academic Year

Tuition
$62,950
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$940
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
3110
Transportation for Commuters
$1,640
On-Campus Room and Board
20590
Approximate Expenses per year
$89,230

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05. Academics

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Student/Faculty
12 : 1
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Total Faculty
301
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Terminal Degree
239

Gender

Women
173
Men
128
Minority
67
International
17

Class/Lab sizes

Most frequent class size
10-19
Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19

Rating

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
70%
Graduate in 5 years
76%
Graduate in 6 years
77%

University Degrees

Bachelor's
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate

06. Student Body

What students say:

From the moment students arrive at Rollins College, they're meeting people who are "inspiring and are doing big things with their lives." This stems from a population of "inquirers seeking to gain a better understanding of their surrounding world" and is aided by having "many thriving international exchange outlets [and] so much culture and diversity in every aspect of campus." It's also helped by having students from all backgrounds: "I have [never before] met such a diverse group of people from all over the world." The friendliness goes a long way to make bridges between groups-"No matter where you walk at Rollins you receive smiles"-even with how "prominent" and consequentially "cliquey" Greek life can be or for those students who feel "a lack of diversity." Overall, the consensus is that students "are very welcoming and it really feels like a community."

Gender

61% female39% male

Out of State

41% are out
of state
59% are
in-state

Students

98% are
full time
2% are
part time

Student Body Profile

Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,640
Foreign Countries Represented
69

Student Body Demographics

American Indian or Alaskan Native
0.15%
Asian
3.50%
Black
5.55%
Hispanic
18.62%
Caucasian
57.32%
Unknown
2.24%
International
7.87%

07. Mental Health

08. Campus Life

What students say:

The "beautiful lakeside campus"-which one student describes as "breathtaking" and like a "country club"-is one of the main draws at Rollins. The campus offers students three pools and a host of "free lake activities." Rowing is one of the popular sports on campus, and many students unwind by renting a paddleboard or kayak for a few hours.

Students love the "really nice housing" on campus and appreciate that "the quality and options for dining," particularly "the amazing take-as-much-as-you-need dining hall, which is included with the meal plan." The school also hosts events like movie nights and trivia; the Christmas Party in particular is referenced as "a very memorable night [that] helped destress me before finals." For those willing to walk off-campus, downtown Park Avenue provides restaurants and nightlife to explore. And, of course, the prime Florida setting brings with it "warm weather, hundreds of miles of beaches, and close proximity to theme parks."

Students
58%
First-Year Students
82%
Campus Environment
Suburban
Help finding off-campus housing
No

9. Campus Visits

Campus Visits Contact

Jill Pigmon
Visitor Liaison
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Office of Admissions 1000 Holt Ave. - 2720 Winter Park, FL 32789
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407-646-2161

Campus Tours

Campus Visiting Center

Monday-Friday and select Saturdays

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8:30am-5pm
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407-646-2161

Campus Tours

Appointment Required:
Yes
Dates:
Year-round
Times:
M-F: 10am / M-R: 2pm / Select Sat: 10am
Average Length:
1 hour

Visits

CLASS VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

FACULTY AND COACH VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
2 weeks

Contact Email Address for Visit

Individual coach email addresses available on staff directory page located below;

Globe Iconadmission@rollins.edu

On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews:
No
Information Sessions:
Available
Times:
Immediately following each campus tour

Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available

Campus Tours


TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS

Orlando International Airport is 13 miles from campus. Taxis and limousines are available. Amtrak trains serve Winter Park; the station is on Park Ave. To get to campus, head south on Park Ave. about 6 blocks.


DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS TO CAMPUS

From the north and east, take I-4 W. to Exit 87 (Fairbanks Ave.). Turn left onto Fairbanks. Turn right onto Park Ave. The Office of Admission is in the Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker building, on the corner of Fairbanks and Park. From the south and west, take I-4 E. to Exit 87 (Fairbanks Ave.). Turn right onto Fairbanks and travel 3 miles to the campus.

LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS

You have some nice choices in Winter Park, the home of Rollins, but you have to a pay a little more to stay there. Our favorite is the Alfond Inn (300 E. New England Avenue, 407-998-8090),the College?s top-ranked boutique hotel situated just steps from campus. The Park Plaza Hotel (307 Park Ave. S.; 407-647-1072) is also within walking distance. This European-style hotel, with antiques, a garden, and a delightful balcony, is a great place to relax after a long day on campus.


10. Sports & Athletics

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Athletic Division II

Participate in intramural sports
57%
Participate in intercollegiate sports
20%

Men's Sports (Tars)

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Basketball
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Swimming
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Tennis

Women's Sports (Tars)

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Basketball
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Softball
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Volleyball

11. Housing & Activities

Hosting Features

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Apartment Single
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Disabled Student
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Dorms Coed
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Frat Sorority
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Theme Housing

Special Needs Admissions

Director
Bethann Durlin
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No

Student Activities

Registered Student Organizations
121
Number of Honor Societies
6
Number of Social Sororities
8
Number of Religious Organizations
7
Join a fraternity
16%
Join a sorority
24%

12. Student Services

Military

Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Central Florida
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Central Florida

Sustainability

School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes

Green rating

90%

Food budget spent on local/organic food

35%

Available Transportation Alternatives

Bike Share
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Car Sharing Program
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Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
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School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
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School Developed Bicycle Plan
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CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT

The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.

Please visit The Princeton Review's page on campus safety for additional resources:

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The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/

Other Information

Campus-wide Internet Network
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Fee for Network Use
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Partnerships with Technology Companies
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Personal computer included in tuition for each student
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Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
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Description Lenovo, Apple

13. Financial Aid

Dates

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Notification DateDec 15

Financial Aid Statistics

Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$42,833
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$42,539
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,335
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
38%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$37,948
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$38,719
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes

Available Aid

Financial Aid Methodology
Scholarships and Grants

Need-Based Aid

01 - Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Need-Based Federal Pell
03 - Need-Based Private Scholarships
04 - Need-Based SEOG
05 - Need-Based State Scholarships

Federal Direct Student Loan Programs

01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
03 - Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes

14. Career Services & Jobs

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
70%
Graduate in 5 years
76%
Graduate in 6 years
77%

Career Services

01 - Alumni Network
02 - Alumni Services
03 - Classes
04 - Interest Inventory
05 - Internships

Opportunities at School

01 - Experiential
02 - Internship

15. Majors

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01 AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.

  • American/United States Studies/Civilization.
  • Asian Studies/Civilization.
  • Latin American and Caribbean Studies.
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02 BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.

  • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
  • Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography.
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03 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Business Administration and Management, General.
  • Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations.
  • International Business/Trade/Commerce.
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04 COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

  • Communication and Media Studies, Other.
  • Communication, General.
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05 COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Computer and Information Sciences, General.
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06 EDUCATION.

  • Elementary Education and Teaching.
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07 ENGINEERING.

  • Pre-Engineering.
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08 ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.

  • English Language and Literature, General.
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09 FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.

  • Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General.
  • Spanish Language and Literature.
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10 HISTORY.

  • History, General.
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11 MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.

  • Mathematics, General.
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12 MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.

  • Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General.
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14 PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.

  • Philosophy.
  • Religion/Religious Studies.
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15 PHYSICAL SCIENCES.

  • Chemistry, General.
  • Physics, General.
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16 PSYCHOLOGY.

  • Psychology, General.
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17 SOCIAL SCIENCES.

  • Anthropology.
  • Economics, General.
  • International Relations and Affairs.
  • Political Science and Government, General.
  • Sociology.
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18 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.

  • Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
  • Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
  • Fine/Studio Arts, General.
  • Music, General.

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