Rochester Institute of Technology fields 2 hockey programs in Rochester, NY — ACHA Division I and NCAA Division I. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 59 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.
What sets this roster apart is its international composition — 21 players from outside the United States, representing Russia, Czech Republic, Canada, Sweden. That kind of international reach is unusual for programs at this level and speaks to active recruiting or strong word-of-mouth in those markets.
Over 46% of this roster came through junior hockey circuits. Players here have typically spent one or more seasons in competitive junior programs before choosing college hockey — a meaningful indicator of prior competitive experience.
With a 66.9% acceptance rate and average SAT of 1383, the academic bar is accessible for most student-athletes who want to play college hockey without sacrificing program quality.
RIT at a Glance
Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.
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Where Do RIT Hockey Players Come From?
59 players · 23 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.
New York leads the pipeline with 13 players (22%), but the international component is notable: 21 players from Russia, Czech Republic, Canada give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.
Where Did These Players Play Before RIT?
Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.
27 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.
3 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.
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Is RIT Hockey a Fit for You?
Rochester Institute of Technology fields 2 programs — ACHA Division I and NCAA Division I — with 59 players combined across all rosters. If you're evaluating fit, consider which level matches your experience: each program has its own roster, coaching staff, and recruiting pipeline. Reach out directly through the division-specific accounts listed above.