Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Overview
Student Population
6,874| Location | Worcester, Massachusetts |
| Online | wpi.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Worcester, Massachusetts, Worcester Polytechnic Institute is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 10,584 prospective students applied, and 4,402 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,276 enrolled in the school. 5,371 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,503 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $49,860 plus fees of $670. WPI is ranked 745 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Unavailable| GPA | 3.9 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
$49,860| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $670 |
| Room and Board | $14,774 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $67,504 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$82,700 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
76% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 61% |
| Biology | 10% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 9% |
| General Studies | 5% |
| Business | 4% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=168421 IPEDS survey data for Worcester Polytechnic Institute.