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Going to college in Rochester means taking part in new trends, growing businesses, and established job fields that offer career opportunities to college graduates. ( More )
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Students attending college in Rochester will enjoy many improved and enhanced campuses as well. At one well known Rochester college, a brand new 105,000 square foot Integrated Science building has just been completed. At another college, the debit cards students use to make purchases on campus will also work at different businesses throughout the local area, fostering involvement with the community.

Other interesting trends are happening at Rochester colleges, like the study of food. Food studies have increased at several local colleges, as students express their interest in the science and sociology behind food preparation and enjoyment. "Food is really a growing area," says a professor at a Rochester state college.

Once their degree programs are completed, college graduates can find job opportunities in many industries alive in Rochester. Healthcare is one of Rochester's largest industries, with several million patients coming to Rochester each year for medical treatment. The retail and wholesale industries are also areas of opportunity. Rochester is also a great place to start your own business, as highlighted by Inc. magazine.

Whether it's taking part in one of Rochester's established businesses, or even starting your own, going to college in Rochester will make you prepared for the career path of your choice.

About Rochester

If you're married with children, consider attending one of Rochester's colleges or universities. Rochester, NY has been voted one of America's top ten family-friendly cities. With its neighborhood-based initiatives, abundant leisure activities, festivals, and special events, the "Flower City" will surround you with fun and natural beauty.

At over 200,000 residents, Rochester is the third largest city in New York. Not surprisingly, it offers a full menu of educational options to the more than 50,000 students who attend its many colleges and universities--many of whom are deaf or hard of hearing.

The area's schools are recognized in education, music, medicine, dentistry, and nursing. Eight Rochester colleges offer technical training, as well as engineering, art, and design. Several other schools offer faith-based education.

Rochester is a student-friendly city in which you needn't have a great income to have a great life. Its century-old Public Market offers a dazzling array of fresh foods and specialty items at rock-bottom prices. No wonder the city insists that the five best reasons to live in Rochester are charm, community, culture, convenience, and cost.

Add fun to your list of reasons to study at a Rochester school. Raft the Genesee River to its mouth, or swim in one of the area's 20 pools, or play tennis at one of 50 courts. Boat, hike, camp, or fish. Explore the Erie Canal, the Port of Rochester, or the 3500 acres of parklands. Rochester will keep you and your kids busy all year long.

Raft the Genesee River to its mouth, or swim in one of the area's 20 pools, or play tennis at one of 50 courts. Boat, hike, camp, or fish. Just enjoy exploring the Erie Canal or the Port of Rochester. The city's parks offer 3500 acres of green for you to enjoy, and recreation programs will keep you and your kids busy all summer. There are even three ice skating rinks for winter fun.

City Website http://www.ci.rochester.ny.us/
Area 37.1 square miles
County Monroe County
Population (2000) 219,773
Area Code 585
Newspapers Democrat and Chronicle
Nickname "Kodak City"; "Photo Capital of the World"; "The City Where the Seaway Meets the Thruway"; "Camera City"; "The Flower City"; "Flour City"
Slogan "Made for Living"
Sports Teams Rochester Americans (AHL)