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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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66
Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
66/100 · methodology

About University of Rochester

Groundbreaking research, lifesaving health care, rigorous academics, and world-class music for problem-solvers who shape an ever better world.

Founded
Headquarters
Rochester, NY
Foundation type
School (170(b)(1)(A)(ii))
NTEE code
B430
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
major

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1934

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 where
📚 Education · NTEE B430
Cause tags

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar education in United States
Program spending This charity: 0%
Peer average: 95%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 0.07%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 66
Peer average: 93

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Where every $1 goes

Program expenses$0.00 ($222,879)

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

University 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. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 93/100 for education charities in United States. The organization reports $4.8B in annual revenue. 229 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

University of Rochester has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100. 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 66 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United States is 93/100.

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 $4.8B in annual revenue. It allocates 0% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 95% 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 a 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 $4.8B 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.

University of Rochester has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the IRS. 0% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 95%. Visit the University of Rochester profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

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 a education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1850.

Among education charities registered in United States: University of Rochester's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100 is below the peer average of 93/100. It allocates 0% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 95%. Its annual revenue of $4.8B 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.

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Annual revenue
$1B+
0% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2023) why this matters
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Filing history

4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Leadership

EL
Elizabeth Milovec
SRVP ADMIN/FIN & CFO

Officers & trustees (25)

Source: Public filings

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CFO URMC
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Alan S Z•••••••
TRUSTEE
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Ani N G•••••••••
TRUSTEE UNTIL 5/22
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Anthony G••••
CHIEF OF STAFF PRES;SECY BOARD
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Barbara J B•••••
TRUSTEE
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Bernard T F•••••• M•
TRUSTEE
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Carol D K•••
TRUSTEE (VICE CHAIR)
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Carol J••• A D•••••••
TRUSTEE
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Carrie P F•••••••••••••
CFO SMH,HH,LTC&ASSOC VP URMC
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Cathy E M••••••
TRUSTEE
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Curtis J J••••••
TRUSTEE
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Daniel R W•••••
TRUSTEE
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David R•• G••••••••
TRUSTEE- AS OF 05/22
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Donna G••••• P••••
VP AND GENERAL COUNSEL
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Douglas W P•••••••
SRVP & CHIEF INVESTMENT OFCR
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Edward D M••••• M•
TRUSTEE
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Elizabeth A M••••••
INTRM SRVP ADM&FIN,CFO 11/2021
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Elizabeth L•••••
TRUSTEE AS OF 05/2022
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Elizabeth M••••••
EVP Adm&Fin,CFO,Trsr
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Elizabeth M••••••
Srvp Admin/Fin & CFO
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Elizabeth P B••••
TRUSTEE
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Elizabeth S•••••••••
VP FOR COMMUNICATIONS
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Elizabeth W•••
TRUSTEE
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Emerson U F•••••••
TRUSTEE
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Evans Y L••
TRUSTEE
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Activity timeline

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Form filed
$5415.0M revenue
FY2023
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Form filed
$4935.3M revenue
FY2022
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Form filed
$4756.2M revenue
FY2021
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Form filed
$4135.9M revenue
FY2020
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Peer charities

Other education in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
University of Rochester This page 66 $4.8 billion 0%
Engaging Opportunities Foundation 93 $154,246 92%
Bluebonnet Home Scholars Collaborative 93 $496,564 97%
New England Preparatory School Athletic Council 93 $797,579 96%
Insight Colearning Center 93 $599,391 95%
Vphs Baseball Boosters 93 $154,642 97%
Fieldguides Incorporated 93 $435,724 89%
Coal Pit Ministry Inc 93 $208,306 91%
Dream Out Loud Center Inc 93 $218,479 100%

Sources and verification

Refreshed

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.
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

GiveRadar combines public registry filings, ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, Charity Navigator, GuideStar, and news archives into a single 0-100 integrity assessment. We don't take a cut of any donation, ever.

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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, United States.
What is University of Rochester's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $1B+. 0% of expenses go to program services.
Is University of Rochester trustworthy?
University of Rochester has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66 out of 100 (Partial 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