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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.

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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

    — WalletHub

  • Two tech entrepreneurs discuss a new project.

    No. 1 Best Place to Start a Business

    — WalletHub

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    Top 15 Best Cities for Jobs

    — WalletHub


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.

Katie Pearce ’19

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.

My Rollins Gateway: Opening Doors
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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.

My Rollins Gateway: From Mentee to Master
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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.

My Rollins Gateway: A Study in Contrasts
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Notable 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.

Falecia Williams

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.

A Path to Purpose
Parker Magness at Newlab in New York City

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.

Meeting the Moment
Sam Hocking poses for a portrait in the lobby of an office building.

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.

What I’ve Learned: Sam Hocking ’87
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July 06, 2022

Standing Guard

Through an eminent career in security, childhood refugee Akmal Ali ’03 devotes each day to keeping us safe.

Standing Guard
Ryo Hasegawa ’19 conducting an orchestra.

June 29, 2022

Maestro of Mudita

Motorcycle racer turned conductor Ryo Hasegawa ’19 revels in the ability of music to build community.

Maestro of Mudita
Isabella Ward ’15 as Tere in Steven Spielberg’s recent remake of West Side Story, dancing center screen.

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.

What It’s Like to … Perform on the Silver Screen