Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Overview
Student Population
7,895National Rank
#78| Location | Troy, New York |
| Online | rpi.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Troy, New York, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 20,402 prospective students applied, and 8,770 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,778 enrolled in the school. 7,798 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 97 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $52,550 plus fees of $1,330. RPI is ranked 78 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Exceptional| SAT | 1330/1500 |
| ACT | 29/33 |
| GPA | 3.81 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
$52,550| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $1,330 |
| Room and Board | $15,260 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,608 |
| Total One Year Cost | $71,998 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$82,500 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
84% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 53% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 9% |
| Business | 8% |
| Engineering Technology | 5% |
| Architecture | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=194824 IPEDS survey data for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.