Rollins Revealed
Welcome to Rollins, the No. 1 regional university in the South. Think of this sneak peek into the richness of the Rollins experience as the first conversation in what we hope will be one of your life’s most rewarding relationships. You’ll discover a place where an intimate, personalized learning environment combines with individualized attention from expert faculty to create the leaders of tomorrow. You’ll learn how Rollins students are leading change in our communities by developing the 21st-century skills needed to succeed as the world evolves. You’ll start to fall in love with the cosmopolitan charm of Winter Park and the epic adventure and opportunity of Orlando. Read on to explore the many different ways we’re preparing our students to lead meaningful lives and productive careers.
Gateway to Greatness
It all starts with our signature approach to liberal arts education, Rollins Gateway, which is rooted in the belief that college is about far more than a degree or your first job out of school. It’s about discovering what you truly care about and preparing you to pursue that passion with all your might. Rollins Gateway combines our interdisciplinary curriculum with high-impact experiences outside of the classroom and an integrated mentorship model, creating a personalized pathway that empowers students to chart their own course to personal and professional success.
Regional University in the South
— U.S. News & World Report
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of students study abroad
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60+ Paths to a Transformative Education
From biology to business, Rollins offers over 60 majors and minors as well as accelerated master’s degree programs and pre-professional programs in law, health, engineering, and more. Our interdisciplinary curriculum will spark your interest in subjects, disciplines, and ideas you’ve never explored and prepare you for a lifetime of learning.
Ample Aid
More than 96 percent of Rollins students receive financial aid in the form of a grant or scholarship, and more than half receive need-based aid. Between state, federal, and Rollins resources, Rollins students have access to $87 million in aid annually, with the average aid package for enrolling first-years totaling $35,000. Since 2005, the College has awarded more than $16 million through our premier Alfond Scholars Program.
Location, Location, Location
Our lakeside residential location on America’s most beautiful campus is situated in the heart of Winter Park, Florida, a friendly, cosmopolitan community on the edge of Orlando, one of the most diverse and fastest-growing cities in the U.S. As a Rollins grad you’ll be ready to lead anywhere in the world, but thanks to Orlando’s status as one of the nation’s best cities for college grads, you won’t have far to look.
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Best Cities for Jobs
— Forbes
minutes from Disney and attractions
City for college students in the country
— WalletHub
Citizens of the World
At Rollins, you’ll make an impact around the globe. After all, more than 70 percent of Tars study abroad. From semester- and summer-long programs to one-of-a-kind faculty-led field studies everywhere from Athens to Tanzania, you’ll explore the world and test your ability to make it better.
Powerful Partnerships
Our 11:1 student-faculty ratio means you can drop by your professor’s office and chat about anything from phantom partials to Fortnite’s latest marketing campaign. These professors—recently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the best in the South—become your mentors, guiding you on every step of your journey as you chart your own unique pathway through Rollins and beyond.
Time of Your Life
From championship athletics and standout traditions to hundreds of ways to get involved, Rollins offers ample avenues to find your anchor and pursue your passions in a tight-knit, diverse, and inclusive community. Whether you’re paddleboarding on Lake Virginia between classes or learning to lead through one of our more than 100 student-run clubs and organizations, every day is a new adventure.
Most Beautiful College Campus
— The Princeton Review
Student Clubs and Organizations
Most Engaged Campus
— Florida Campus Compact
International Programs
Finish in Four
In 2020, U.S. News & World Report ranked Rollins among the schools with the nation’s highest four-year graduation rates, and we’re taking it a step farther. Our new Finish in Four promise guarantees incoming first-year students the guidance and course access they need to complete a bachelor’s in four years. If you hold up your end of the bargain and have to continue past the fourth year, we’ll pick up the tab.
Creating a Better World
Whether it’s installing water filters in rural communities across the Dominican Republic or helping restore delicate ecosystems in the Everglades, our student-led Immersion programs and initiatives in leadership and community engagement have won national recognition. From community engagement classes and immersive alternative breaks to a service leadership scholarship program, get ready to be an agent of change in our backyard and around the world.
Did You Know?
It’s now easier than ever to apply to the No. 1 regional university in the South. We’ve waived our application fee and streamlined our application, which means you don’t have to submit a formal essay or SAT or ACT scores. If you apply by November 15, you’ll receive priority consideration for academic scholarships that range from $15,000 per year to full rides.
Visit Rollins
From in-person and virtual campus tours to one-on-one video chats, we’ve created a number of ways for you to explore America’s most beautiful campus. To get a closer look at all Rollins has to offer, schedule a visit today.