Overview
Student Population
7,592National Rank
#77| Location | Troy, New York |
| Online | rpi.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | 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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Getting In
Admission Standards
Exceptional| SAT | 1380/1530 |
| ACT | 28/32 |
| GPA | 3.81 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2020 |
| 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 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.
