Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology: what international applicants need

What are Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 1, 2026 and Regular Decision on February 1, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?

76.9% for students who started in fall 2024: Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology admitted 4,686 of its 6,097 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (February 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 670–770 in Math and 650–730 in Reading and Writing (53% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 29–34.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's application fee for international students?

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's application fee is $65 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology accept?

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology require?

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology requires one teacher recommendation and a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology have?

193 of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's 2,315 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 8.3%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology cost for international students?

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $58,649, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $17,727. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $82,580 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology gave institutional scholarships or grants to 184 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25