Rollins Results
Rollins grads are uniquely prepared to pursue their purpose.
Equipped with in-demand skills, real-world experience, and lifelong relationships, our graduates emerge from Rollins Gateway as global citizens and responsible leaders empowered to meet the 21st century’s greatest challenges. Find out what it means to be Rollins Ready and start picturing your brilliant future by exploring the purpose-driven lives and productive careers of the Tars who have gone before you.
Immediate Success
A survey of Rollins’ Class of 2022 revealed that 94% of graduates were engaged in the workforce, grad school, or volunteer service 12 months after graduation.
The survey had a 38 percent response rate.
Where Our Grads Go
Rollins grads are thriving at some of the world’s most prominent organizations and most prestigious universities.
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Orlando = Opportunity
Rollins graduates are prepared to lead anywhere in the world, but thanks to Orlando’s status as one of the nation’s best cities for college grads, they don’t have far to look for opportunity.
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No. 2 Best City to Start a Career
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No. 1 Best Place to Start a Business
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Top 15 Best Cities for Jobs
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Lifelong Leadership
A recent Georgetown University study found that the return on investment for an education at a liberal arts college like Rollins was more than $900,000 40 years after enrollment—more than 25 percent higher than the median gain at all colleges. See how a Rollins education puts our graduates on a path to long-term leadership.
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Campbell Brown ’90
Chair of the Board, Brown‑Forman Corporation
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Rodney C. Adkins ’81
Chairman of the Board, Avnet | Former Senior Vice President, IBM
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Cameron Dawson ’10 ’12MBA
Chief Investment Officer, NewEdge Wealth
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Josh Meyers ’97
Executive Chairman, Slickdeals
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Jeff Vahle ’94MBA
President, Walt Disney World Resort
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Toby Rice ’04
CEO, EQT
My Rollins Gateway
How does Rollins prepare students to lead meaningful lives and forge productive careers? Explore some of our recent graduates’ pathways to personal and professional success.
May 11, 2023
My Rollins Gateway: Opening Doors
From becoming a published author to earning a Fulbright scholarship, Katherine Pearce ’19 embraced every opportunity at Rollins to grow as a writer, a thinker, a scholar, and a person.
May 27, 2022
My Rollins Gateway: From Mentee to Master
Francisco Wang ’22 grabbed every opportunity at Rollins to excel—from exploring a cornucopia of subjects to forging relationships that will last a lifetime.
May 12, 2022
My Rollins Gateway: A Study in Contrasts
From discovering the origins of centuries-old paint samples to curating exhibitions at the Rollins Museum of Art, the College provided Isaac Gorres ’21 the freedom to combine interests in art and science.
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It’s never been easier or more rewarding to apply to Rollins. No app fee, formal essay, or test scores required. Apply by November 15 to receive priority consideration for admission and academic scholarships that range from $15,000 per year to full ride.
Start an ApplicationStart an ApplicationNotable Alumni
From artists to executives and athletes to entrepreneurs, our alumni have made a powerful impact on communities around the world for generations.
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Donald J. Cram ’41 ’88H
Nobel Prize-winning chemist
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Co-founder, National Organization for Women
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Janis Hirsch ’72
Sitcom Writer/Producer, Frasier, Will & Grace, The Nanny
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Fred M. Rogers ’51 ’74H
Creator and host, Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood
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Christopher Russo ’82
Sports Radio Pioneer
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Allan R. Weiss ’81MBA
Retired President of Worldwide Operations for Walt Disney Company Parks & Resorts
Alumni Stories
Find out how these Rollins grads are putting their education to work in the world.
June 17, 2024
A Path to Purpose
Falecia Williams ’91 expanded her world view by earning a Rollins degree. Now, she is working to expand the worlds of thousands of college students.
March 05, 2024
Meeting the Moment
Parker Magness ’18 came to Rollins knowing he wanted to fight climate change but not knowing what direction he would take.
December 18, 2023
What I’ve Learned: Sam Hocking ’87
Sam Hocking ’87 shares his top takeaways from a life and career defined by an incredible capacity for reinvention.
July 06, 2022
Standing Guard
Through an eminent career in security, childhood refugee Akmal Ali ’03 devotes each day to keeping us safe.
June 29, 2022
Maestro of Mudita
Motorcycle racer turned conductor Ryo Hasegawa ’19 revels in the ability of music to build community.
January 19, 2022
What It’s Like to … Perform on the Silver Screen
Isabella Ward ’15 recently made her big-screen debut in the Golden Globe-winning West Side Story revival, and now she’s reflecting on her path to the spotlight.