University of Rochester
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Financial Statement Highlights

Debt and Credit Ratings

Debt

  • During 2002-03 the University's longterm debt decreased to $444.1 million.
  • Principal payments of $27.0 million were made during the year.
bar chart: Longterm Debt

Credit Ratings

  • Ratings were reviewed by Moody's and Standard & Poor's in conjunction with Revenue Bonds, Series 2003.
  • Existing ratings were confirmed. A1 Moody's (October 2003), A+ Standard & Poor's (November 2003).
  • Excerpts of most recent (2003) rating agency opinions:

Moody's Investors Service rating is based on the University's:

  • Diversified enrollment, with highly reputable graduate programs complementing the University's improved undergraduate demand profile;
  • Strong performance by the health system, although heavy exposure to health care remains a risk;
  • Healthy financial resources and modest additional near term debt plans; and
  • Good operations, driven by revenue growth in the healthcare and research enterprises.

Standard & Poor's rating reflects:

  • History of balanced financial operations;
  • Successful fundraising efforts and growth in sponsored research;
  • Relatively stable demand trends, with good selectivity coupled with strong student quality and good student retention; and
  • A large endowment ($131,000 per student).