University of Rochester
THE PROVISION OF HIGHER EDUCATION IN THE LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY, NURSING AND MUSIC; RESEARCH; AND CHARITABLE PATIENT CARE SERVICES.
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Visit www.rochester.eduAbout University of Rochester
Groundbreaking research, lifesaving health care, rigorous academics, and world-class music for problem-solvers who shape an ever better world.
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Mission
The provision of higher education in the liberal arts and sciences, medicine and dentistry, nursing and music; research; and charitable patient care services.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar education in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
GiveRadar's verified records show University of Rochester with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- Established in 1850, it is among the oldest education charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 99% of the 88,739 education charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 74% of the 195,586 education charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (4 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.
Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyUniversity of Rochester is a registered education nonprofit based in Rochester, NY, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1850 and has been operating for 176 years. Its EIN is 160743209. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 72/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $5.4B in annual revenue. 229 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
University of Rochester's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 160743209. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
University of Rochester has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 72 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 96% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United States is 90/100.
University of Rochester is located in Rochester, NY, United States. The organization was established in 1850 and has been active for 176 years. Its registered address is BOX 278893, United States.
Based on official tax filings, University of Rochester has $5.4B in annual revenue. It allocates 96% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 73% for education charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $7M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
University of Rochester is classified as an Education organization, registered in United States. It operates as a School (170(b)(1)(A)(ii)). By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has $5.4B in annual revenue. The organization has 229 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for University of Rochester. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, University of Rochester holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 96% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 73%). GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Groundbreaking research, lifesaving health care, rigorous academics, and world-class music for problem-solvers who shape an ever better world. University of Rochester is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1850.
Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 96% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 73%. Its annual revenue of $5.4B is well above the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to University of Rochester are generally tax-deductible in the United States. University of Rochester is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 160743209, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2023 filing
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
10 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
Girls on the Run 5K hits Rochester May 31 - KIMT
Longtime nonprofit leader to receive Rochester Rotary’s highest civic honor - Rochester Business Journal
University of Rochester - when the bottleneck in academic computing isn't the hardware - Diginomica
2026 Commencement ceremonies for Rochester colleges and universities - RochesterFirst
Walk With Me: The Carillonist behind the University of Rochester’s bells - Yahoo
University of Rochester student government calls for administrators to commit to 'sanctuary principles' - Campus Reform
Cornell's British Parliament team dominates at the University of Rochester - Cornell ILR School
University of Rochester returns 12% for 2025 fiscal year, below benchmark but above P&I median - Pensions & Investments
University of Rochester student expelled after speaking out about harassment will lead orchestra in concert to affirm free expression - FIRE | Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression
Women's Hockey begins 2025-26 campaign hosting Post University - Rochester Institute of Technology Athletics
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2023 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 229 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2023 on record
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Named leadership · 229 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1850
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about University of Rochester
- What is University of Rochester?
- University of Rochester is a education school (170(b)(1)(a)(ii)) based in Rochester, United States. Groundbreaking research, lifesaving health care, rigorous academics, and world-class music for problem-solvers who shape an ever better world.
- When was University of Rochester founded?
- University of Rochester was founded in 1850.
- Who leads University of Rochester?
- Elizabeth Milovec serves as SRVP ADMIN/FIN & CFO.
- Where is University of Rochester located?
- Headquartered in Rochester, NY, United States.
- What is University of Rochester's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $1B+. 96% of expenses go to program services.
- Is University of Rochester trustworthy?
- University of Rochester has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is University of Rochester's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 160743209.
- What is University of Rochester's website?
- https://www.rochester.edu