Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Overview
Student Population
6,642
| Size | Mid-size |
| Profit Status | Non-profit |
| On campus housing | Yes |
| Degrees Offered | 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 10,331 prospective students applied, and 5,009 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,124 enrolled in the school. 5,150 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,492 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $47,988 plus fees of $640. WPI is ranked 774 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
Unavailable
| GPA | |
|---|---|
| GPA | 3.9 |
Applications Accepted
48.5%
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2019 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
$47,988
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $640 |
| Room and Board | $14,218 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $65,046 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$82,700 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
76% within 6 years
Popular 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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