Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Worcester, MA. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.

The WPI's 2024 tuition & fees is $58,870 for the academic year 2023-2024. 94% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $27,715.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 7,308 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).

WPI's acceptance rate is 58.50% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 19.69%.

WPI ranked 80th in National Universities and 18th in Massachusetts Colleges rankings. Worcester Polytechnic Institute is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Worcester Polytechnic Institute is $58,870. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $29,040.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $60,912 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $29,040.

Undergraduate$58,870
Graduate$29,040
Undergraduate$60,912
Graduate$29,040

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »58.50% Acceptance Rate / 19.69% Yield
Graduation Rate »88%
Retention Rate91%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio7.69% (13 to 1)
Student Population »7,308 (5,246 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$27,715

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Worcester Polytechnic Institute offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at WPI
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Directory Information

Address100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609-2280
Phone508-831-5000
WEBSchool's Website
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Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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