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Worcester Polytechnic Institute's project-based curriculum is one of the most distinctive in American engineering education—every WPI student completes an Interactive Qualifying Project addressing real societal needs and a Major Qualifying Project equivalent to a professional engineering thesis, graduating with a portfolio of completed work that is extraordinarily valuable in job applications and graduate school admissions. WPI's global project centers on six continents allow students to complete their qualifying projects internationally, creating genuine global engineering experience. The university's strong connections to the biotech, defense, and technology sectors of the greater Boston area provide career opportunities that leverage both WPI's technical reputation and the region's extraordinary concentration of innovation-driven employers.
| Acceptance Rate | 49% (Selective) |
|---|---|
| GPA Range | 3.70-4.00 |
| SAT Range | 1290-1460 |
| ACT Range | 29-33 |
| Early Decision I | Nov 1 |
| Early Decision II | Feb 1 |
| Early Action | Nov 1 |
| Regular Decision | Feb 1 |
| Application Fee | $70 |
| Average Financial Aid | $42,000 |
| Need-Blind Admissions | No |
| Type | Research |
| US News Rank | #60 |
Worcester Polytechnic Institute typically admits students with a GPA in the 3.70-4.00 range (4.0 scale). International students should convert their grades using an AACRAO EDGE-based GPA calculator before applying.
With an acceptance rate of 49%, Worcester Polytechnic Institute is a selective institution. Building a balanced school list with reach, target, and safety schools is strongly recommended.
The middle 50% of admitted students scored 1290-1460 on the SAT and 29-33 on the ACT.
The Regular Decision deadline is Feb 1. Use AdmissionsPedia's free Deadline Tracker to manage your complete application calendar.
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