Ranked among the top 20 research universities

Turn your ambition into Academic Excellence

Join a community of 18,400 students across 142 programs, guided by faculty who publish, mentor, and teach — not just lecture. Your future starts with a single application.

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Class of 2026

4,200 graduates

National Ranking

#14

Best research universities, 2026

Accredited & recognized by

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Chapter I

A legacy built on achievement

For over a century, Aldrich University has combined rigorous academics with a residential community that pushes every student toward their best work — in the lab, the studio, and the lecture hall.

  1. 1897

    Founding charter

    Aldrich University opens with three faculties and 84 founding students.

  2. 1952

    First research institute

    The Aldrich Institute for Applied Sciences is established, launching our research tradition.

  3. 1989

    Global expansion

    Exchange partnerships open with 12 universities across Europe and Asia.

  4. 2014

    Innovation campus

    A new 40-acre innovation campus opens, housing labs, studios, and startup incubators.

  5. 2026

    18,400 students strong

    Today, Aldrich welcomes students from 96 countries across 142 degree programs.

Chapter II

Everything built for your future

Eight reasons students choose Aldrich — and stay for all four years.

World-Class Faculty

Learn directly from Fulbright scholars, published researchers, and industry veterans who mentor every cohort personally.

Affordable Education

Need-blind admissions and one of the region's largest financial aid endowments keep excellence within reach.

Research Opportunities

Undergraduates co-author papers and join funded labs as early as their first year on campus.

Innovation Labs

Prototype, build, and launch in maker spaces equipped with the same tools used in leading industry R&D teams.

Merit Scholarships

More than 60% of incoming students receive merit-based awards that renew automatically each year.

International Exchange

Study at one of 84 partner universities across 41 countries without pausing your degree progress.

Career Development

A dedicated advisor works with you from orientation through graduation, backed by a 12,000-strong alumni network.

Student Clubs

Choose from 210+ organizations spanning research, culture, athletics, and entrepreneurship.

Chapter III

Programs built for real success

Six of our most in-demand degrees — each with direct pathways into research, industry, or graduate study.

Computer Science students at Aldrich UniversityB.Sc / M.Sc

Computer Science

Systems, AI, and security tracks backed by dedicated GPU research clusters.

4 years2,340 enrolled
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Business Administration students at Aldrich UniversityB.B.A / M.B.A

Business Administration

Case-driven learning with a required consulting practicum for every graduating class.

4 years1,980 enrolled
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Engineering students at Aldrich UniversityB.Eng / M.Eng

Engineering

Mechanical, civil, and electrical tracks with hands-on studio labs from year one.

4 years2,120 enrolled
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Medicine students at Aldrich UniversityM.D.

Medicine

Clinical rotations begin in year three across our nine affiliated teaching hospitals.

6 years860 enrolled
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Architecture students at Aldrich UniversityB.Arch / M.Arch

Architecture

Design studios centered on sustainable materials and adaptive urban reuse.

5 years640 enrolled
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Arts & Design students at Aldrich UniversityB.F.A / M.F.A

Arts & Design

Studio-based training in visual arts, product design, and digital media.

4 years710 enrolled
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Chapter IV

Life on a campus built to be lived in

Aldrich is a residential university first — academics happen alongside sport, art, and a community that stays close for decades.

Living libraries, not just archives
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Living libraries, not just archives

Our five libraries hold 2.1 million volumes alongside 24-hour study floors, recording studios, and rare-book collections open to every student.

Athletics built into daily life
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Athletics built into daily life

From varsity crew to recreational climbing, 34 sports programs and a full aquatics center keep campus moving year-round.

Innovation labs open to every major
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Innovation labs open to every major

Fabrication studios, a robotics bay, and a venture accelerator give students the tools to prototype ideas outside the classroom.

A residential community, not a commuter campus
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A residential community, not a commuter campus

12 residential colleges host their own dining halls, seminars, and traditions — friendships here start on day one.

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Chapter V

Stories from our students

The research funding I received in my second year let me co-author a paper before I'd even declared a minor. My advisor still checks in every semester.

Amara Solis

Amara Solis

B.Sc Computer Science · Philippines

Chapter VI

News & upcoming events

What's happening across Aldrich's schools, labs, and campus community.

Aldrich secures $12M grant for climate-resilient materials lab
ResearchJuly 18, 2026

Aldrich secures $12M grant for climate-resilient materials lab

The Department of Engineering will lead a five-year initiative studying low-carbon construction materials with three partner universities.

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Class of 2026 commencement draws record attendance
Campus LifeMay 24, 2026

Class of 2026 commencement draws record attendance

Over 4,200 graduates crossed the stage this spring, with the keynote delivered by alumna and biotech founder Rosalind Achebe.

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Fall open house registration is now live
AdmissionsAugust 1, 2026

Fall open house registration is now live

Prospective students can tour labs, sit in on lectures, and meet faculty across all eight schools this October.

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Chapter VII

Your path to admission

Five steps stand between you and your first semester at Aldrich.

Start your application
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Choose your program

Explore all 142 undergraduate and graduate programs to find the right academic fit.

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Submit your application

Complete our online application with transcripts, a personal statement, and two references.

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Interview & assessment

Selected applicants are invited to a virtual or on-campus interview with faculty.

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Receive your decision

Admissions decisions are released on a rolling basis, typically within six weeks.

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Enroll & orientation

Confirm your place, secure housing, and join a three-day orientation before term begins.

Chapter VIII

Frequently asked questions

Undergraduate applicants need a completed secondary school transcript, a personal statement, and two letters of recommendation. Graduate programs additionally require a relevant bachelor's degree and, for select programs, standardized test scores.

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Chapter IX

Your future is waiting for an application

Apply today or schedule a campus visit to see Aldrich for yourself — tours run every weekday.