Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Acceptance Rate Trend
SAT Score Range Trend
(middle 50% of admitted students)
| Year | 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1300 | 1460 |
| 2024 | 1300 | 1460 |
Application Timeline
Application Methods
👍 Great Fit If You Are:
Builders and doers
if you like to solve real problems through team projects, WPI is built for that.
Collaborative engineers
if you value teamwork over cutthroat solo work, this is your vibe.
Robotics and MechE fans
top-tier hands-on labs and competitions set WPI apart.
Gamers with code
if you want to design and develop interactive media, WPI’s IMGD program is elite.
Global thinkers
the IQP abroad programs let you apply STEM to real-world global issues.
🚨 Not Ideal For:
Lecture lovers
if you prefer learning by listening and testing, PBL might frustrate you.
Non-STEM majors
humanities exist, but this is a tech-first campus.
Urban trend-chasers
Worcester is practical, not flashy or cosmopolitan.
Title chasers
WPI is respected, but not widely known outside STEM fields.
Passive learners
success here demands initiative, scheduling, and constant output.
☀️ Weather & Climate
spring
45-65°F (7-18°C)
Mild with rain showers
summer
65-85°F (18-29°C)
Warm and humid
fall
45-70°F (7-21°C)
Cool and crisp
winter
15-35°F (-9 to 2°C)
Cold with snow
Four distinct seasons with cold winters and warm summers
☀️Average 160 sunny days per year
👩🎓👨🎓 Demographics
Gender Ratio
Ethnic Distribution
📚 Popular Majors
Campus Area Dining
Nearby Areas
Vibrant urban district with shops and eateries
Residential strip with cafes and pubs