Worcester, MA | wpi.edu

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), located in Worcester, Massachusetts, is a global leader in project-based learning. A distinctive, top-tier technological university founded on the principle that students learn most effectively by applying the theory learned in the classroom to the practice of solving real-world problems. WPI recognizes the essential nature of preparing and supporting future scientists, engineers, and business leaders in their journeys to become empathetic, collaborative, and resourceful STEM professionals. WPI’s award-winning, pioneering project-based and globally engaged curriculum engages students in solving important scientific, technological, and societal problems throughout their education—on campus and at more than 50 project centers around the world. In both academics and research, students pursue interdisciplinary collaboration with each other, faculty across WPI’s four schools, and with public and private partners to develop broad-scope solutions.

 

Representatives

Taylor Patterson
She/Her/Hers
Southern California Regional Assistant Director of Admissions
(508) 831-5286
tpatterson@wpi.edu

Mariesa Negosanti
She/Her/Hers

Northern California Assistant Director of Regional Recruitment
(508) 831-5286
mnegosanti@wpi.edu

Details

Institution Type
Private 

Campus Setting
Urban

Closest Airport (Distance)
ORH (4 mi)

Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
5,000 / 7,000

Average Class Size
25

Student-to-Faculty Ratio
13:1

Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
65% / 27% / 7%

Athletics Division
Division III

Athletics League
NEWMAC

Mid-Range or Average ACT / SAT
Test-blind

Mid-Range or Average GPA
3.92

GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: Either
Scholarships: Either

Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
12,706 / 7,555 (59%)

Deposits
1,499

Applications Accepted
Common App
Coalition App

 

Application Information

Test Optional? No

Demonstrated Interest? Yes

Rolling Admission? No

Admission Interview? No

Need-blind Admission? No

WUE Tuition Exchange? No

CA Specific Scholarships? No

Freshman App Deadlines
Early Action I: Nov 1
Early Decision I: Nov 1
Early Action II: Jan 5
Early Decision II: Jan 5
Regular Decision: Feb 1

Transfer App Deadline
Fall: May 30

Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
The Admission Application

Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
Application Deadline

Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
May 15

Link to Scholarship Info
wpi.edu/admissions/tuition-aid/types-of-aid/scholarships-grants/wpi-merit

 

Points of Pride

  1. WPI students complete 3 projects as part of their graduation requirements. There are over 50 project centers across the world!

  2. The average starting salary for the class of 2023 is $81,566!

  3. The beloved mascot at WPI is Gompei the goat!

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