“University,” when referring to the University of Rochester, is always capitalized.
“Rochester” may be used to refer to the University of Rochester when the meaning is clear.
For external audiences or in materials where the reference needs to be clear or consistent with references to other organizations, use University of Rochester on first reference.
Do not use the abbreviation UR or U of R to refer to the University in formal writing. When “the” precedes “University of Rochester” or “University” in running text, it is not capitalized.
Note: the “the” is not part of the University’s official name.