The University of Rochester (U of R, UR, or U of Rochester) is a private research university in Rochester, New York, United States. It enrolls approximately 6,800 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students. Its 158 buildings house over 200 academic majors. With approximately 28,000 full-time employees, the university is the largest private employer in Upstate New York and the 7th largest in all of New York State.
Part of the University of Rochester Medical Center the School of Medicine and Dentistry stands as a prominent institution dedicated to medical and advanced dental education research and patient care. It provides comprehensive graduate programs including MD PhD and Master's degrees. Renowned for its innovative Double Helix curriculum which integrates basic science and clinical practice the school is a center of significant research activity holding an R1 classification and attracting substantial funding. Consistently ranked among the leading medical schools in the United States it is committed to improving health outcomes and inspiring diverse learners to become compassionate leaders in medicine and science closely integrated with the clinical environment of Strong Memorial Hospital.
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