Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is a private research university in the town of Henrietta in the Rochester, New York, metropolitan area. It was founded in 1829 as the Rochester Athenaeum and Mechanics Institute. RIT enrolls about 19,000 students, of whom 16,000 are undergraduate and 3,000 are graduate students. These students come from all 50 states in the United States and more than 100 countries. The university has more than 4,000 faculty and staff. It also has branches abroad in China, Croatia, Kosovo, and the United Arab Emirates.
The Industrial and Systems Engineering department at Rochester Institute of Technology equips students with the skills to analyze design and optimize complex systems using a holistic systems-thinking approach. Programs blend core engineering principles with essential mathematics and social sciences preparing graduates to develop efficient and effective solutions for real-world challenges. A cornerstone of the education is extensive experiential learning integrating co-ops internships and industry-sponsored projects to provide crucial hands-on experience. This comprehensive preparation ensures graduates are highly sought after and well-prepared for diverse career paths in manufacturing healthcare logistics consulting and other sectors focused on improving productivity and quality.
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