Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Overview
Student Population
7,592
Best Colleges National Rank
#77
| Size | Mid-size |
| Profit Status | Non-profit |
| On campus housing | Yes |
| Degrees Offered | 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 19,505 prospective students applied, and 8,420 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,663 enrolled in the school. 7,463 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 129 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $51,000 plus fees of $1,305. RPI is ranked 77 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
Exceptional
| SAT | ACT | GPA |
|---|---|---|
| SAT | 1380/1530 | |
| ACT | 28/32 | |
| GPA | 3.81 |
Applications Accepted
43.2%
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2019 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
$51,000
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,286 |
| Other Fees | $1,305 |
| Room and Board | $14,960 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,581 |
| Total One Year Cost | $70,132 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$82,500 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
84% within 6 years
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 53% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 9% |
| Business | 8% |
| Engineering Technology | 5% |
| Architecture | 5% |