1866
Rochester, NY

School Details

Roberts Wesleyan University is a private, liberal arts university located in the town of Rochester, New York and affiliated with the Free Methodist Church. Its roots date back to the 1866 establishment of Chili Seminary, in order to prepare students for Christian service. Founded by B.T. Roberts, the New York Board of Regents issued a charter by 1869. The school continued to grow and evolve, and adopted the title, Robert Wesleyan College in the 1950s. By 1964, the school was granted regional accreditation. At the end of the twentieth century, the college opened Northeastern Seminary, offering graduate divinity programs.

Roberts Wesleyan University offers programs to help students afford education:

  • Military and military spouse-friendly
  • Employer tuition assistance
  • Corporate Partnership Program

RWC offers undergraduate, graduate, and adult-learning programs, both in the traditional classroom setting and online. Online programs at Roberts Wesleyan College include bachelor’s and master’s degrees, and certificate programs. Flexible program formats at Roberts enables students to complete a degree in 12-24 months, completely online.

Accreditation & Licensing

Roberts Wesleyan University is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

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